2017-08-11 Hopewell Valley News

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Democrat candidate Sandom drops out of committee race Party nominates Michael Ruger to run with Mayor Kevin Kuchinski instead By Lea Kahn Staff Writer

Hopewell Township Committee member Vanessa Sandom, who was seeking re-election to the governing body, has withdrawn from the race. In Sandom’s place, Michael Ruger has been nominated to run on the Democratic Party ticket with Mayor Kevin D. Kuchinski. Sandom was slated to run on the ticket with Mayor Kuchinski before bowing out. Sandom, who is a former mayor, has served on Township Committee since 2001. She was

appointed to fill the vacancy created when former Township Committee member Kathy Bird resigned. Sandom served seven one-year stints as mayor -in 2004, 2006 to 2009, 2013 and 2014. The mayor’s post, which is ceremonial, is rotated among the Township Committee members. Sandom said she chose not to run for re-election because “it is time for new Democratic leadership in the township. It has been an honor and a privilege to serve my friends, colleagues, neighbors and community over the past 16 years.”

“The community is fortunate to have a deep bench of Democratic talent and experience from which to draw its future Township Committee members,” Sandom said. Sandom said she “wholeheartedly” endorses the ticket of Kevin Kuchinski and Michael Ruger. They represent the important mix of experienced leadership and new talent that is needed to continue “to make positive progress in addressing the challenges facing the township,” she added. Ruger praised Sandom and said that she has been “a tireless and tremendous advocate for

Hopewell Township.” Ruger said he was honored to have been chosen to run for Township Committee on the Democratic Party ticket. It is an honor to run in Sandom’s place, he said. Ruger has lived in the Harbourton section of Hopewell Township since 1998. He graduated from the Pennsylvania State University and earned a law degree from the Georgetown University Law Center. Ruger is vice president of government affairs at Comcast. In his spare time, he serves on the Hopewell Township Finance Advisory Committee and the Envi-

ronmental Commission. The Democratic Party nominee said he is looking forward to building on the progress that has already been made to rein in spending and to keep property taxes under control. He wants to take steps to protect the township from over-development. Hopewell Township Democratic Party chairman Ray Disch praised Ruger, noting that “he understands the importance of protecting Hopewell Valley’s rural character, and (will fight) to keep municipal property taxes lower.”

American Legion baseball team heads into World Series By Andrew Martins Managing Editor

Win or lose, Chris DeClerico and his fellow Hopewell Post 339 baseball teammates already feel accomplished. Having fought their way to a 38-9 record and clinching a regional championship, the ball club is now getting ready to compete in the American Legion World Series. For five days in Shelby, N.C., from Aug. 10 to Aug. 15, the Hopewell club will clash with teams from Massachusetts, North Carolina, Arkansas, Michigan, Nebraska, Idaho and Nevada as they vie for the top spot in American Legion Baseball. “There are some goals that you set to reach in life and there are some goals that you want to attain,” DeClerico said. “I feel like any goal that’s been set for legion, it’s just amazing that we were able to reach our goal and surpass it.” More than 3,600 baseball teams compete in American Legion Baseball every year, but only eight teams make it to the organization’s World Series. Having gone into this season hoping to win a state champi-

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The Hopewell Post 339 baseball team will take on seven other teams from Aug. 10 to Aug. 15 during the American Legion World Series in Shelby, N.C. They are only the third team from Mercer County to get that far. onship, the Hopewell Post 339 season with hopes of winning a 10-6 during the Mid-Atlantic Reteam has surpassed that goal and state title,” he said. “We thought gional competition last Sunday at made it all the way to the top eight we’d have a pretty good chance at Fireman’s Field in Purcellville, that...and just to think that you can Virginia. teams in the country. This year’s Legion World SeFor Manager Mike Coryell, the make it to a World Series is ries berth marks the third time that experience of getting this far after crazy.” The Hopewell team punched a team from the Mercer County taking over the team three years its ticket to North Carolina after American Legion League reached ago is a surreal one at times. “It’s pretty crazy when you defeating Ephrata Post 429, from the grand finals, with only Trenton think about it. We came into this Pennsylvania, with a final score of Post 93 Schroths and Hamilton

Post 31 having made it as far in previous seasons. “Hopewell can get bypassed in Mercer County with the Hamiltons and Trentons of the world, but for this program to [get to the American Legion World Series] deserves to stand on its own,” team General Manager Mike Olshin said. “This is their accomplishment. This is what they’ve done and it’s something they’ll always remember.” After winning the regional championship on Sunday, the team quickly left Virginia and arrived in North Carolina by Tuesday, where players ran drills and prepared for the pool-style tournament. As the man who helps coordinate the logistical side of the team, from player recruitment to setting the schedule, Olshin said he’s seen a lot over the last three years since joining Post 339. What this season has shown him, he said, was that a winning team is more than the sum of its parts. “I don’t think it’s just about the on-field talent, though we certainly have that, but it’s the experience and belief and expectation that instead of having Hopewell being one of the lower teams in our

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Residents given five extra days to settle property taxes By Lea Kahn Staff Writer

Hopewell Borough property owners have been given an extra five days to pay the property tax bill that was due Aug. 1. The new due date is Aug. 15, which is a five-day extension of the standard 10-day grace period. It is being extended because the 2017-18 tax bills were delayed in

being mailed. The bills were late because of a delay in the adoption of the state budget and because of changes in state aid to the Hopewell Valley Regional School District. The owner of a house assessed at the Hopewell Borough average of $403,995 will pay $11,109 in property taxes, based on a tax rate of $2.75 per $100 of assessed value. This does not include the 7-

cent fire district tax, which adds $282 to the tax bill. Breaking down the tax bill, the total municipal property tax rate is 60 cents per $100 of assessed value. This includes the municipal library tax and the municipal open space tax. The school district property tax is $153 per $100 of assessed value, and the Mercer County property tax is 59 cents. The Mer-

cer County open space tax is 2 cents. Overall, the Hopewell Borough municipal tax accounts for 22 percent of the property tax bill - excluding the fire district tax. Mercer County’s share of the tax bill is 22 percent, and the school district tax makes up 56 percent of the tax bill. When the municipal, county and school district taxes are com-

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bined, the bill is $11,109. The fire district tax is an additional $282. Although property owners make their checks payable to Hopewell Borough, the town does

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HOPEWELL VALLEY BRIEFS Exercise for the Active Aging

Thursdays, July 13 to August 31, 10 a.m. at the Hopewell Township Municipal Building, 201 Washington Crossing Pennington Road, Titusville. Come and enjoy the benefits of stretching and low-impact exercises. Keep moving through fitness. Guided by Bob Kirby-Senior Fitness Specialist. Registration required, please call Randi at 537-0236, space is limited. There is a fee of $20/person for the 8-week class. Please bring a check made out to Hopewell Valley Senior Foundation to the first class.

Pennington Farmers Market peach festival

The Pennington Farmers Market will host its annual Peach Festival on Saturday, August 12. Vendors will be featuring peach specialties ranging from peach ice cream & peach iced tea, to peach jams & peach cobbler in a jar. And of course, TreeLicious Orchard will have several kinds of peaches for sale. The highlight of the festival will be the traditional Bake-Off with judges from Market Sponsors Rosedale Mills and Capital Health - selecting the most delicious and most creative

cakes, pies, cookies, and other baked products submitted by loyal customers and local baking aficionados. The festival will also offer music by Carol Selick and games for children. Guidelines for the BakeOff can be found on the Market website: PenningtonFarmersMarket.org. Pennington Farmers Market is dedicated to providing local growers and producers a chance to sell directly to their neighbors. The market is also a place to gather as a community, learn about sustainable living and appreciate the arts. This year the market is hosting more than 10 farms that are as close as down the street, but never more than an hour away. The Pennington Farmer’s Market is open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the lawn at Rosedale Mills (101 Route 31 North in Hopewell Township). To learn more, sign up for their weekly email message at PenningtonFarmersMarket@gmail.com, visit penningtonfarmersmarket.org or find them on Facebook and Twitter.

Watershed Butterfly Festival at the 950-acre Watershed Reserve in Pennington, New Jersey on Saturday, August 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Watershed Butterfly Festival welcomes over 2,000 visitors every summer to tour the Kate Gorrie Butterfly House and the LEEDplatinum Watershed Center, and to participate in the many family-friendly activities hosted on the grounds. This year’s festival includes many exciting games and activities for the whole family. Enjoy an obstacle course, dunk tank, hay rides, nature walks and the popular Butterfly and Bug Parade. Tour exhibits, the famed insect zoo, and meet a variety of animals, including alpacas, kittens, a skunk, hissing cockroaches, and the world’s most photogenic turtles. Visit more than 70 local craft and business vendors. Enjoy specialty beer and cider, plus 12 local food vendors. The Butterfly Festival is the Watershed’s largest annual educational event. We invite you to join us in learning about the natural world and clean water. Shuttle parking for the Butterfly Festival is generWatershed ously provided by Bristolbutterfly festival Myers Squibb across the The Stony Brook-Mill- street from the Watershed stone Watershed Association Reserve (access from Titus will hold its 17th annual Mill Road). Discount admission to the festival can be found online at https://thewatershed.org/butterfly-festival/ Entry is free for new Watershed members who sign up at the festival. There is no smoking permitted on the premises and only service animals are admitted entry. Call (609) 737-3735 ext. 30 for handicapped access and service animal permission.

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Pennington United Methodist Church will hold an old-fashioned Community Peach Festival on Saturday, August 12 from 5 - 8 p.m. There will be fresh Jersey peaches, ice cream, cake, chili dogs and hotdogs. All proceeds from the festival will benefit the Pennington African Cemetery Association. The church is located at 60 S. Main St., Pennington. The church is ADA accessible and offers handicapped parking. For those wishing to volunteer to help with this community event, please contact the church office at 737-1374.

High five technology Are you uncomfortable with technology and not sure where to begin or who to ask for help? Hopewell Valley Senior Services in partnership with the Hopewell Valley Senior Foundation would like to offer the residents of Hopewell Valley Computer & Technology classes. Join us as High Five Technology Instruction presents who they are and some classes they offer. We will rely on your input to decide what classes to offer the community. Wednesday, August 16, 10 a.m. at the Hopewell Valley Senior Center, 395 Reading Street, Pennington.

Pennington Summer Concerts The Pennington Parks & Recreation Commission will host Castle Lane, a seven piece band of life long musicians based out of Hopewell on Thursday, August 17 from 6-8 p.m. They

will perform mostly funk, soul, blues, and rock across multiple decades. Antimo’s Italian Kitchen will have wood fired pizza and refreshments on hand for purchase. Bring your family and friends to Howe Commons at 65 S. Main St. to support these wonderful local musicians. BYO chair or blanket. On Sunday, August 20, the commission will also host the Jack Furlong 12piece Orchestra from 5-7 p.m. at Howe Commons.

Travel instruction 101 You know how to get around by car, but it’s not the only way to travel around the area! Become a confident and independent traveler using transit! Learn how to plan trips, use the bus, train and light rail, pay fares, make transfers, local public transit, and other ride service options that are available in the Hopewell area. Presented by Greater Mercer TMA, your local transportation management association, committed to improving mobility and furthering sustainability in Mercer County. Wednesday, August 23, 10 a.m. at the Hopewell Valley Senior Center, 395 Reading Street, Pennington.

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Senior Picnic

Please join us for a free afternoon of food, fun, and music. Seniors ages 60 and over from throughout Hopewell Valley are encouraged to be part of this important community tradition! Please RSVP only if you can attend by calling (609)5730257 no later than Wednesday, September 6th. Rain date Thursday, September 21st. Brought to you by Hopewell Valley Senior Services, Hopewell Township Recreation Department and Washington Crossing State Park. Thursday, September 14, 12-3 p.m. at Washington Crossing State Park, Sullivans Grove, Titusville.

Knock Out Opioid Abuse town hall series

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Hopewell family hosts Brooklyn child through Fresh Air Fund By Lea Kahn Staff Writer

Denest Warren loves to eat blackberries and raspberries, but she had never seen them growing on the vine. That is, not until Denest visited the Szeliga family in Hopewell Township. Denest, who is 8 years old, has spent 10 days with Dan and Lois Szeliga and their children each summer for the past two summers. The Szeliga family, who live in the Elm Ridge Park neighborhood, have played host to Denest through the Fresh Air Fund. Denest lives with her family in Brooklyn, N.Y. The goal of the Fresh Air Fund is to match host families with children who

live in the city so they can find out what life is like in small towns and suburban areas. A child may participate in the Fresh Air Fund until he or she is 18 years old. For Denest, visiting the Szeliga family has provided exposure to everything from picking her own blackberries and raspberries at Honey Brook Farm, to visiting Point Pleasant Beach and Jenkinson’s Boardwalk. Last year’s visit, which was her initial one with the Szeliga family, marked the first time that Denest had ever been away from home. She said she was very happy at first, but after a couple of days, she was homesick. Her mother encouraged her to stay and told her that she just wanted her to have fun.

It seems to have worked, because Denest couldn’t wait for her 10day visit this summer with Dan and Lois Szeliga and their six children - Dan, 14; Nate, 12; Eve, 9; Aaron, 8; Josie, 5; and Gabriella, 3. “Spending time with these beautiful people that’s my favorite part of being here,” Denest said with a big smile. Denest likes to swim in the family’s swimming pool, and to visit Honey Brook Farm. She likes to play school with Eve. The two girls discovered they like the same things and have become close friends. “It’s fun, having another girl in the home. I love going to the boardwalk (Jenkinson’s) and the farm with Denest. She is

ton, graduated Cum Laude from Ithaca College’s School of Business with a degree in Accounting. The degree was awarded in May 2017. —Ithaca College congratulates the following May 2017 graduates: Jackson Keeler, of Pennington Lauren Swords, of Pennington —Ithaca College congratulates the following students named to Dean’s List for the spring 2017 semester. Linda Vallancourt, of Pennington Emily Mazzarese, of Pennington Christopher Gutier-

rez, of Pennington Imogen Mills, of Pennington —Owen Lindenfeldar of Pennington was named to the dean’s list at Bates College. This is a distinction earned by students whose cumulative grade point average is 3.71 or higher. Lindenfeldar, the son of Mr. and Ms. Russell G. Lindenfeldar of Pennington, is a 2016 graduate of Princeton High School.

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family. A Fresh Air Fund representative visited Stone Hill Church and spoke about the program, Szeliga said. Although the Fresh Air Fund had “always been on my radar,” she said, it was the representative’s visit that inspired her to sign up for the program. “When I looked out into our yard and saw the swimming pool, I thought, ‘We have to do this,’” Szeliga said, adding that it provides joy to the family to be able to share what they have with others. “My children are old enough and now we have time to give to another child. A lot of times, summer can be busy for my children. But for these 10 days, we make sure we’re all together and have the

chance to enjoy being together,” she said. Dan Szeliga pointed out that becoming a Fresh Air Fund family allows the couple to show their children how they can reach out and share the blessings that they have with other people. “If you have been blessed and you have things in your life, don’t take for granted what you have been given and keep it for yourself. You have to share it,” he said, adding that the best way to teach is by example. “(My children) have had the opportunity to meet a new person. Denest has become an extension of our family. Hopefully, they will do something similar when they have their own families,” Szeliga said.

over the course of nearly 50 games. “I’m very proud to be at the helm of this team,” he said. “This is a great group of guys that have really come together.” And that’s really all that DeClerico said he and his teammates can count on — each other. “At this point, we’re just here to have fun and take any little experience

we can and enjoy the moment,” DeClerico said. “We will just keep playing to the best of our ability — if we lose, we lose but if we win, it would be awesome.” Hopewell Post 339 and Southeast Regional winner Randolph County (N.C.) Post 45 will play the fourth game of the opening round of pool play, Aug. 10 at 8 p.m. on ESPN3.

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CAMPUS CORNER About 2,100 Hofstra University students earned their undergraduate, graduate or law degrees during commencement ceremonies on May 21-22, at the David S. Mack Sports and Exhibition Complex. Watch videos or see photos from the various ceremonies at hofstra.edu/commencement. The following local students earned their degrees: Katherine Giovannoli, of Pennington, with a Master of Arts in English & American Literature. Colby Hussong, of Pennington, with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting. —Christopher Gutierrez, a native of Penning-

very nice and she is fun to play with,” Eve said. Denest is the first child that the Szeliga family has hosted, although Lois Szeliga was already familiar with the Fresh Air Fund. The non-profit group has been in existence since 1877. Szeliga recalled that when she was in her 20’s, her friend’s family had played host to a youngster through the Fresh Air Fund. And years later, when she herself was a young mother, she met another woman who hosted a child through the Fresh Air Fund. But it wasn’t until the Szeliga family moved to Hopewell Township two years ago and joined Stone Hill Church in Princeton that they decided to become a Fresh Air Fund

While it was once common practice to extract permanent teeth to make room in the dental arch for crowded teeth, this approach was found to be wanting. Orthodontists have since recognized that in some patients, the extraction of permanent teeth not only leads to tooth instability, it also results in lack of lip support, which becomes more prominent in the aging face. As a result, mouths and cheeks seem to take on a sunken appearance. These undesirable consequences have led orthodontists to embrace non-extraction therapy, whereby the jawbones are expanded to make space in crowded mouths. This strategy leaves the full complement of permanent teeth in the mouths of patients so that they can achieve pleasing facial balance as well as improved bites. Regular use of this system ensures faster tooth movement, shortened orthodontic treatment times, and regular patient longterm oral health. To schedule a free consultation, please FDOO WKH RI¿FH RI MARK W. McDONOUGH, DMD, LLC, at 609-730-1414. Our practice is conveniently located at 245 South Main Street (next to Toll Gate Grammar School), Pennington.

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league, we can play against anybody,” Olshin said. “Being able to handle a lot of situations creates an expectation that you’ll find a way to win.“ Despite a rash of injuries that plagued the team early on and forced position players into roles they were not familiar with, Coryell said he was proud of the team’s grit

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Continued from Page 2A beans personally ground for you), bouquets of flowers and more. Weekly vendors include Beechtree Farm, Caribbean Delights, Chickadee Creek, Hopewell Valley Vineyards, Nine Acre Farm, Skyroast Coffee, TreeLicious Orchard & Just Made Bakery, Uncle Ed’s Creamery, and Whipped Confections by Katie. The second annual Peach Festival will be hosted at the market on August 12. Celebrate peaches with special peach-flavored wares from the market vendors, games for kids and a baking contest. The Pennington Farmers Market is open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. from May to November on the lawn at Rosedale Mills (101 Route 31 North in Hopewell Township). To find out more, sign up for the weekly email at PenningtonFarmersMarket@gmail.com, visit penningtonfarmersmarket.org, find them on Facebook, or follow them on Twitter.

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Senior Picnic Volunteers Needed

It’s almost that time of year again for the Hopewell Valley Senior Picnic. Once again we are looking for people to ask for and collect door prizes for the picnic. Please contact Randi Knechel, 609-537-0236 or rknechel@hopewelltwp.org , if you are interested in volunteering. You will be asked to distribute flyers for the businesses and receipts after/at the time the item is picked up. We have a list of past donors, however, new ideas are always welcome. Any door prizes that are collected may be dropped of at Hopewell Township Municipal Building to Randi in Senior Services located downstairs in the Health Department. Exercise for the Active Aging Summer Program Come and enjoy the benefits of stretching and low-impact exercises. Keep moving through fitness. Guided by Bob Kirby-Senior Fitness Specialist. Registration required, please call Randi at 537-0236, space is limited. There is a fee of $20/person for the 8week class. Please bring a check made out to Hopewell Valley Senior Foundation to the first class. Thursdays from July 13 to August 31, 10 a.m. at the Hopewell Township Municipal Building, 201 Washington Crossing Pennington Road, Titusville.

Men’s Pool League

Hopewell Valley Senior Services are working in collaboration with the Hopewell Valley YMCA in starting a pool league. They are looking at an afternoon during the week from 1-3 p.m. at the Hopewell Valley YMCA Building, 62 South Main Street, Pennington. This new group would require a group leader to work directly with Randi to make any necessary changes or

improvements to the program and manage the overall group of participants. Please call Randi 537-0236 if you are interested in joining this group or becoming the group leader.

GrandPals volunteers needed Although Summer is just starting, the new school year is just around the corner. We will start our second year of GrandPals. We are looking for volunteers for this rewarding program. Our volunteers will read to groups of students weekly at Bear Tavern Elementary School. The volunteer will have the same group of students every week from October to May and your relationship with them will blossom. You will watch them grow from the young Kindergartener to the confident student ready for first grade. Please contact Randi Knechel, 609-537-0236 for more information or if you are interested in volunteering for the program.

Community Closet clothing The Hopewell Community Closet has reopened and has fall and winter fashions for all ages and sizes newborn to 3X. There’s something for everyone — men, women and children — for a freewill donation or free to those who are financially struggling. Shop hours are Saturdays from 9 to 11:30 a.m. The Hopewell Community Closet is in Burton Hall of the Hopewell United Methodist Church in Hopewell Borough. Donations of gently used clothing, shoes and handbags are accepted at business hours. The mission of the Hopewell Community Closet is to provide access to free or low-cost clothing to struggling individuals and families. This ongoing outreach is operated by the United Methodist Women of Hopewell United Methodist Church. The freewill donations support UMW missions. The church is at 20 Blackwell Ave. More information is available at www.hopewellmethodist.or g

Heirloom blanket on sale The Ladies Auxiliary of the Hopewell Fire Department is selling a one-of-akind heirloom blanket featuring nine historic sites in Hopewell. It is available in four colors: cranberry, hunter green, duke blue and black on a natural background. The blanket measures 48 by 68 inches and includes a brief history of each landmark shown on the blanket. The cost is only $40 each. The landmarks are St. Michael’s Orphanage (1898), Old School Baptist Church (1715), Hopewell Academy (1756), Hopewell House (circa 1700), John Hart Monument (1865), Hopewell Fire Department (1911), Pierson/Gantz residence (1891), chocolate factory (circa 1900) and railroad station (1882). Blankets can be purchased by calling Mary Anne Van Doren at 609466-3060 or emailing hopewellblanket@gmail.co m. Supplies are limited. Proceeds support the auxiliary.

Outdoor Yoga One Spirit Yoga is offered in the Hopewell Bandstand Gazebo, June September at 9 a.m., every Wednesday morning. All levels are welcome. Bring a yoga mat, beach towel and water bottle. Wear comfortable stretchy clothes. Plan to dissolve your stress, clam your mind and restore your spirit. For questions, contact Nancy McCormack at mccormackne@comcast.net or 609-333-1188.

Adopt a flag for Pennington The Pennington Parks & Recreation Commission is seeking donations to buy flags to display along Main Street and Delaware Avenue through September. The flags cost $42 and can be purchased as a donation on behalf of someone special or in memory of a loved one. The commission will send a letter of acknowledgment to the person for whom the flag was purchased, noting the name of the donor and reason for the donation. Donors will also be acknowledged in the local newspapers and at borough hall. To Adopt A Flag, pick up a form at Borough Hall or go to http://www.penn i n g t o n boro.org/Adopt_a_Flag.pdf. For information, contact Michelle Needham at 609818-1450.

Mahjongg Thursdays in Hopewell Beginners and experienced players alike can come down to the Hopewell Township Municipal Building, located at 201 Washington Crossing-Pennington Rd. in Titusville, from 1:303:30 p.m. on Thursdays for weekly Mahjongg. New players are encouraged to attend and shadow experienced players. Entrance is free, but pre-registration is required for first-time players. For more information, 609-737-0605, ext. 668. Â

Grief support group meets Group and individual grief support and Biblical counseling are offered in day and evening hours at Calvary Baptist Church, 3 West Broad St., Hopewell, by Joseph A. Immordino Jr., a Walk of Faith counseling ministry. Call 609-4661880 or 609-209-6046 or email info@calvarybaptisthopewell.com. The website is w w w. C a l v a r y B a p tistHopewell.com or www.AWalkofFaith.net. Registration is appreciated.

125th flags on sale Hopewell Borough’s 125th anniversary flags are on sale for $25 at Borough Hall, 88 E. Broad St. The price includes the pole for the flag. Members of the 125th Anniversary Committee urge residents to “fly a flag to show your pride in the borough.” Postcard collection group Â Â Formed in 1972 to encourage interest in postcard collecting, the Washington Crossing Card (Postcard) Collector Club meets at the Union Fire Company, 1396 River Road (Route 29), Titusville. (Parking and entrance are in the rear of the

fire house). The program is preceded by a bourse and followed by an auction. Meetings are usually the second Monday of the month at 8 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 to let the collectors and dealers buy and sell or just examine. In all instances, see www.wc4postcards.org for a list of the lots. For information, call Betty at 215-598-7534 or Carol at 609-737-3555.

Stamp club posts schedule Coryell’s Ferry Stamp Club is open to anybody interested in stamp collecting and related subjects. In August the group meets socially at homes. Monthly meetings are on the first and third Mondays. On the first Monday of any month, the site is the Deats Building, 122 Main St., Flemington. On the third Monday of the month, the site is The Crossing United Methodist Church, 1896 Wrightown Road, Washington Crossing, Pa. For information, call 215-598-7534 or 908-8067883.

Join Girl Scouts Girls in grades kindergarten through 12 will make new friends and have new experiences and opportunities in art, science, nature and community service when they join Girl Scouts. For information, go to gscsnj.org/join or email hvgsinfo@gmail.com with contact information.

Auxiliary meetings slated The Hopewell Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary meets the first Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the firehouse, South Greenwood and Columbia avenues, Hopewell. New members are welcome. Contact membership Chairwoman Mary Anne Van Doren at 466-3060 for more information.

Post 339 meetings, events Hopewell Valley American Legion Post 339 meetings and events are held at 19C Model Ave., Hopewell Borough. Noel Singer is commander. For information, call Joe Kianka, 466-1149.

Alzheimer caregiver groups Those with a family member who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia disorder, an Alzheimer’s Association support group can offer an opportunity to find out more about community resources and learn from others who are going through similar experiences. Support groups meet monthly. To find out what groups are meeting in the Greater Mercer County area, call the helpline at 800-272-3900 or visit www.alz.org/nj.

Artists gather at railroad station Artists gather to paint and draw at the Hopewell Railroad Station on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This is time to practice with other artists. There is no fee. Bring art supplies and projects. There are tables and chairs to use. Contact Lucia Stout Huebner at grassfedbeef@gmail.com to be put on the email list or call 6094 6 6 - 0 2 7 7 .

Nicotine Anonymous Nicotine Anonymous offers a daytime meeting in Princeton every Thursday at 12:30 p.m. at the 24 Club in the North Princeton Shopping Center. The meeting focuses on studying the 12 Steps for gaining and maintaining freedom from nicotine based on the 12 Steps of AA. You do not need to have already quit smoking in order to attend. Call 908829-4414 for details.

Join Cub Pack 1776 Cub Scout Pack 1776 of Titusville invites boys in grades one to five to join the pack. Learn to tie knots, shoot an arrow, build a birdhouse, make and race derby cars and go on hikes. To learn more about the programs, email Cubmaster Joe Gribbins at gribbons@comcast.net or call at 309-1962.

Medicine drop-off at HQ The Hopewell Township Police Department at 201 Washington Crossing-Pennington Road is a drop-off site for Project Medicine Drop, developed by the N.J. Division of Consumer Affairs as part of its effort to halt the abuse and diversion of prescription drugs. It allows consumers to dispose of unused and expired medications anonymously 24 hours a day, 365 days a year at “prescription drug drop boxes” within the headquarters of participating police departments. Police departments in Lawrence, Princeton and West Windsor also are dropoff sites.

Let Me Run offered Let Me Run is a nonprofit that meets twice a week over the course of the seven-week program for boys in grades four and five. The mission is to inspire boys through the power of running to be courageous enough to be themselves, to build healthy relationships and to live an active lifestyle. If interested, contact Michelle Brennan at l e t m e r u n hopewell@gmail.com. For information, visit www.letmerun.org. Contact Anne Bancroft (acbanc3@verizon.net) for information.

NAMI Connection NAMI Connection is a support group for individuals facing the challenges of recovery from mental illness. A trained volunteer who lives in recovery leads the group. Meetings are held the second and fourth Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at the NAMI Mercer Center, Lawrence Commons, 3371 Brunswick Pike, Suite 124, Lawrenceville. No registration is necessary. For information, call 609-799-8994 or email home@namimercer.org.

Memoir Group meetings The Memoir Group meets the third Thursday of every month at the Unitarian Universalist Church at Washington Crossing, 268 Washington Crossing-Pennington Road, Titusville.

Soup and cookies are served at 12:30 p.m. followed by shared memoirs. A topic is assigned, but one may write on any topic or just eat and listen. All ages are welcome. Call Howard Bennett at 267-980-6518 for info.

Volunteers for blood drives

New Jersey Blood Services, which supplies blood products and services to 60 hospitals throughout the state, is in need of volunteers to work blood drives. Volunteers assist donors with registration, escorting and canteen duties and watches for post donation reactions. Volunteers should have the ability to relate to the public, be able to perform different jobs as needed and be willing to follow the rules. For information, contact R. Jan Zepka at 732-6168741 or rzepka@nybloodcenter.org.

Photos on exhibit at Borough Hall

David Blackwell’s “Images of Old Hopewell: A Photographic Journey” exhibit is housed at Hopewell Borough Hall in the lowerlevel gallery. This exhibit was featured in early March at Morpeth Contemporary as part of the borough’s 125th Anniversary event series. Mr. Blackwell is a member of the Hopewell Valley Historical Society and is the author of the Hopewell history featured in the 125th commemorative booklet. His exhibit includes 19thand early 20th-century photographs depicting Hopewell Borough citizens of the past, and the residences and businesses in which they lived and worked. This exhibit is available for viewing during business hours (Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.) and during evening public meetings. Meetings are advertised at www.hopewellboro-nj.us.

Breast cancer support group

The Hunterdon Regional Cancer Center holds a breast cancer support group on the first and third Tuesdays of every month from 7 to 8 p.m. for any woman undergoing treatment for breast cancer. Attendees will meet people having similar experiences and receive support, guidance, information on community resources and educational information about breast cancer. The group will be led by a licensed clinical social worker. The group will meet at the Hunterdon Regional Cancer Center at 2100 Wescott Drive in Flemington. For information or to register, call 908-237-2337 or email winther.gabrielle@hunterdonhealthcare.org.

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Events at the Pennington Public Library include: Ongoing: Color Me Calm: Research shows that coloring can be relaxing. Many adults in need of a break from stress are finding peace inside the blank spaces of a coloring page. The library will have coloring pages and supplies in the New Jersey Room and to enjoy this activity as a way to de-stress or just let your inner child out. Story Time with Ms. Kim: Treat your child and yourself to a morning out with rhymes, music, a small craft, and a read aloud that brings books to life. Story times have many benefits for children including: hearing another adult read, watching other children get engaged in a story, and exposure to a wide variety of authors and writing styles. Geared for children age 2-4, siblings and babies welcome. Wednesdays at 11 a.m., except last week of the month. Meetings will stop on the third week of July and will start back up in September.

Adult Summer Reading Club: Build a Better World: Prize drawings throughout the summer! Pick up entry forms at the circulation desk & submit from 6/1 - 8/12. There will be an end of the summer grand prize drawing for a Kindle Fire. All books count, including print books, e-books, and audiobooks. Participants must have a Pennington Public Library card to be eligible for prize drawings. June 1 August 12 Bedtime Math: Summer of Numbers: Avoid the â&#x20AC;&#x153;summer slideâ&#x20AC;? in math by signing up at BedtimeMath.org to participate in a fun summer math program in addition to summer reading! Visit the library to receive a cool constellation chart and super star stickers. Every night you will receive a fun fact along with a math riddle by email, website, or free app. Put a star sticker on your constellation chart each time you solve a math riddle. Finally, bring in your completed star chart at the end of the summer to win an awesome glow-in-the-dark frisbee. Geared toward ages

5-10. Events at the Hopewell Township branch, Mercer County Library, at 245 Pennington-Titusville Road, next to Hopewell Valley Central High School): Learn to download: Register for a 30-minute session with a librarian for one-on-one guidance in downloading free audio and eBooks from eLibraryNJ, streaming free movies, TV shows, music and audiobooks from hoopla, accessing online periodicals with Flipster, or using Freegal to stream or download music or stream videos. To make an appointment, email avanscoy@mcl.org or call 609-737-2610. Resume reviews are available by appointment. Call Andrea Merrick at 609737-2610 to register for a convenient time for help in creating or reviewing your resume. One-on-one help with library digital resources, like e-books, audiobooks and movies, is available by appointment. Call 609-7372610 or email avanscoy@mcl.org. Those who have some-

thing to put in the display case should contact Karen Taylor-Ogren at 609-7372610. If you have old Centralogues youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re thinking of getting rid of, the library will take them for its local history collection. Get to know the borough better by joining the libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s activities at the Hopewell Public Library: July Scavenger Hunt: This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s theme is The Doors of Hopewell. You have the entire month of July to work on all of the clues. Check with the library for details of the hunt. There will also be a poster with some of Hopewellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lovely historic doorways available. Storytime: Every Monday morning at 10:30, preschoolers and their adult companions are invited to gather in our upstairs Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Room for stories, songs and activities. Traditional Book Club: Meets the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at the library. Copies of each monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s book are available for check out. All are wel-

come. Cookbook Book Club: Cookbook Book Club meets on the third Thursday of each month at the library from 6:30-8 p.m. As well as book discussion, each participant chooses a recipe from the cookbook of the month and prepares a dish to share at the meeting. The meeting is free but sign up is needed. Please stop by the library to sign up for the meeting and pick up a copy of the current cookbook selection. Social Issues Book Club: Every fourth Monday at 7 p.m. at the library - we will be hosting a new social issues book club and discussion at the library. The library will have each monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s book available for check out. The goal is to learn about and discuss various kinds of social issues that affect our society. Hopewell Public Library (609-466-1625) is at 13 E. Broad St. in Hopewell Borough. More information is available at redlibrary.org and on Facebook.

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book or electronic device and the blackboard, or controlling or coordinating eye movements. In today's digital classroom, a student must see well to not only keep up but to excel. Because studies show one in four children has an undiagnosed vision problem, early intervention is essential. Our children's academic successes might well depend on their eyes.

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St. Matthews’s Episcopal - The church is located at 300 S. Main St., Pennington, across from Toll Gate Grammar School. Sunday summer worship schedule is at 8 a.m for Holy Eucharist Rite I and at 9:30 a.m. for Choral Holy Eucharist Rite II. The Rev. Barbara King Briggs is the Rector. Questions? Call 609-7370985 or visit www.stmatthewspennington.org. First Baptist, Pennington — Sunday services begin at 11 a.m. The Rev. Malik McKinley Sr. is interim pastor. The church is at the corner of Crawley Avenue and Academy Street in Pennington. For information, call 609-303-0129. Pennington United Methodist — Summer Sunday worship is at 9:30 a.m. starting June 18. The Rev. Daniel Casselberry is pastor. The church offers a variety of services designed to help those with special needs, including an elevator for wheelchair accessibility, wireless hearing aids and handicapped parking is available. The church is at 60 S. Main St. For further information on youth and adult Sunday school and special programs, call the church office at 737-1374 or visit www.pumcnj.com. St. James R. C. Church — The church is at 115 E. Delaware Ave., Pennington. The chapel is on Eglantine Avenue. Masses are held Saturdays at 5 p.m. and Sundays at 8, 9:45 and 11:30 a.m. Daily Mass is held in the chapel at 9 a.m. Monday through Saturday. The sacrament of reconciliation is held Saturdays from 11 a.m. to noon. The Rev. Msgr. Michael J. Walsh is pastor. Deacon Moore Hank, pastoral associate can be reached at 609-737-0122. The fax is 609-737-6912. Nancy Lucash in the office of religious education/adult faith formation/RCIA can be reached at 609-737-2717. Visit stjamespennington.org for more information.

Hopewell United Methodist — The Morning Worship begins at 10 a.m. on Sunday, August 13. Rev. Kate Hillis will be giving the morning message. A nursery is provided for infants and toddlers at that time. Adult Small group meets at 9 a.m. Pastor Kate is leading a study based on the book by Rob Bell called What is the Bible. Children’s Sunday school will meet again in September. Hopewell United Methodist Church offers a blend of contemporary and traditional worship styles. The church is located on 20 Blackwell Ave. It is handicap accessible. For more information about the Church and its programs, please contact Pastor Hillis at 609466-0471 or visit the Church’s website at www.hopewellmethodist.org. You can also visit us on Facebook. Hopewell Presbyterian — Worship starts at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday. Childcare is provided during the worship service. The church is handicapped accessible with an elevator to all three levels. Call the church office at 609-466-0758 or visit www.hopewellpresbyterian.org. The church is at the intersection of West Broad and Louellen streets. Second Calvary Baptist — The regular Sunday schedule is Sunday School for all ages at 9:30 a.m.; Sunday morning worship is at 11 a.m. Wednesdays, Bible study and prayer is at 7 p.m. The pastor is the Rev. Michael Diggs Sr. The church at Columbia and Maple avenues can be reached by phone at 609-466-0862. The fax number is 609-466-4229. Calvary Baptist — Sunday worship and Sunday school meets at 10 a.m. Nursery is offered during worship. The Rev. Dennis O’Neill is pastor. Philip Orr is the minister of music. The church is at 3 E. Broad St., Hopewell Borough, near the corner of East Broad Street and North Greenwood Av-

enue. A chair lift is available to the sanctuary. Call 609-466-1880 for more information or visit w w w. c a l v a r y b a p tisthopewell.org. St. Alphonsus R. C. Church — Mass is celebrated Saturdays at 4 p.m. and Sundays at 8 and 10:30 a.m. Daily Mass is held at 7 a.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday. The Rev. Msgr. Michael J. Walsh is pastor. Donna Millar is the coordinator of religious education and faith formation. The church is located at the corner of Princeton Avenue and East Prospect Street in Hopewell Borough. Questions? Call 609-466-0332. For information, visit http://stalphonsushopewell.org. Pennington Presbyterian — Rev. Nancy Mikoski and Rev. David Hallgren are pastors. Child care during the summer is available starting at 10:00 am. You may find special Summer Fun and other mission and events on our calendar at pennpre.org. Christian education will resume after Labor Day. The July and August worship themes are based on the “Fruits of the Spirit” found in Galatians 5:22-26. July and August church office hours are 9 am to 12 noon. Call the church office at 609-7371221,x-10, or visit Facebook.com/PennPres and pennpres.org. First Presbyterian of Titusville — The church welcomes everyone in Christian fellowship on Sundays. At 9:30 a.m., Kids Connection classes will take place in the Youth Room, located in the Bannerman Building. Morning worship is at 9:30 a.m. in the sanctuary with the Rev. Kenneth Good preaching. Immediately following worship there is a time of fellowship and refreshments in the Heritage Room. At 11 a.m. the Adult Education class meets in the Heritage Room. All events at the First Presbyterian Church of Titusville are free, unless

otherwise noted and open to the public. The church is at 48 River Drive along the banks of the Delaware River. More info is at www.titusvillechurch.org, facebook.com/titusvillechurch or by calling 609-737-1385. Bethel AME Church - Sunday service begins at 11 a.m. The pastor is Rev. Dr. Angela M. Battle. The Bethel AME Church is located at 246 South Main Street in Pennington. The phone number is 609-737-0922. Visit the church’s website at bethelpennington.org for more information on future services and upcoming events. Titusville United Methodist — TUMC offers a weekly Sunday Family Worship Service at 10 a.m. The TUMC Book Group meets the second Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. There are small group discussions each month during the summer on the first and third Sundays at 9 a.m. All are welcome to attend. Holy Communion is celebrated each month. “Celebration Sunday” is an after-worship coffee hour served every fourth Sunday. TUMC is known as a “praying church” whose worship style is casual and family-friendly. All are welcome, come as you are. TUMC was founded in 1806, and is located at 7 Church Road in Titusville. For more information visit www.titusvilleumc.org or contact the church office 609-737-2622. St. George R. C. Church — The Church of Saint George, 1370 River Road (Route 29) Titusville, holds Masses on Saturdays at 5:30 p.m. and Sundays at 9 and 11 a.m. Daily Mass is Tuesday through Friday at 7:30 a.m. Sacrament of Reconciliation is Saturdays from 4:30 to 5:10 p.m. the Rev. Msgr. Michael J. Walsh is pastor. Sr. Dorothy Jancola is the pastoral associate. The religious education office phone is 609-730-1703. Parish phone is 609-737-2015.

Abiding Presence Lutheran — Regular worship services are held at 5:30 p.m. Saturdays and 8:15 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. on Sundays. Nursery care is provided during the Sunday worship service and Sunday school. The church is at 2220 Pennington Road, just south of I-95 at the corner of Rockleigh Drive and Pennington Road. For information, contact Pastor Becky Resch at 609-8827759. St. Peter Lutheran — Worship services are held Sundays at 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Contemporary worship is the third Sunday of each month at the 8 a.m. service only. The church is at the corner of routes 518 and 579 in Hopewell Township. The Rev. Stephen Gewecke is pastor. For more information about the church, call 609-466-0939, or visit www.stpeternj.org. Ascension Lutheran — The church is at 900 Washington Crossing Road, Newtown, Pa. Sundays, worship starts at 10 a.m. Fellowship starts at 11 a.m. Nursery care for infant through kindergarten is available. Women of Ascension and/or the Prayer Shawl Ministry meet every other Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. For information, call 215-497-0447 or visit www.ascensionweb.org. Princeton Community — The regular service is at 10 a.m. Nursery care and classes for children through the fifth grade are provided. There are weekly programs for teens. Princeton Community Church is at 2300 Pennington Road, Pennington. Visit online at www.princetonchurch.co m. Questions? Call 609730-1114. First Assembly of God — The regular service schedule is Sunday School, 9:30 a.m.; Sunday morning worship, 10:30 a.m.; Tuesday morning prayer meeting, 10:30 a.m.; Wednesday family night, 7 p.m. Special needs accommodations are available. Child care and children’s church are held Sundays

for infants through fifth grade beginning at 9:30 a.m. and Wednesday evenings for all ages. The church is at 87 Route 31, Pennington. Questions? Call 609-737-2282. Central Baptist — The church is at 2015 Pennington Road (Route 31), Ewing. Call 609-8820337 for information. Har Sinai Temple — This is a Reform temple at 2421 Pennington Road at Denow Road West in Hopewell Township. Friday Shabbat services begin at 7:30 p.m. For more information, call 609-730-8100 or visit www.harsinai.org. Unitarian Universalist Church at Washington Crossing — The Rev. Kimberly Wildszewski, of Lambertville, is settled minister of the church at 268 Washington Crossing-Pennington Road, Titusville. Services are at 9:15 and 11 a.m. Sunday children’s religious education and child care are available. Adult enrichment classes are open to guests. For info, call 609737-0515 or visit www.uucwc.org. His Harvest of Souls Ministries — The nondenominational church holds worship services the first and third Sundays at 3 p.m. and the second and fourth Thursdays at 6 p.m. The church is at the Harbourton Community Church in Harbourton village, 1516 HarbourtonRocktown Road, Hopewell Township. For further information, call 609-883-2937. Community Bible Study — A nondenominational Bible study for women and children. The group meets weekly on Wednesday mornings at Central Baptist Church in Ewing. To register or visit, call or email Shirley McDonough at 609-7718819 or charlieshirley@verizon.net. With few exceptions, only religious institutions located in or serving Hopewell Valley will be included in this column. Email updated information to hvn@centraljersey.com so it arrives by 9 a.m. Monday.

LEGAL NOTICES BOROUGH OF HOPEWELL PLANNING BOARD NOTICE OF DECISION Pursuant to NJSA 40:55(D)-17:g and the Code of the Borough of Hopewell, please take notice that the following resolution was adopted by the Hopewell Borough Planning Board at their regular meeting on 8/2/16: HUNTERDON COUNTY SHERIFF'S SALE 3292 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY CHANCERY DIVISION, HUNTERDON COUNTY DOCKET # F-023040-16 BETWEEN: HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE vs MARIA MIRANDA, ET AL Execution for sale of mortgaged premises By virtue of a Writ of Execution in the above stated action to me directed and delivered, I shall expose for sale at public vendue and sell to the highest bidder on: Wednesday, September 6, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. in the afternoon prevailing time, at the Sheriff's Office, 8 Court Street, Borough of Flemington, that is to say: Property to be sold is located in the TOWNSHIP OF DELAWARE County of Hunterdon, State of New Jersey

BOROUGH OF PENNINGTON ORDINANCE NO. 2017-12

Resolution PB#2017-06: Barry & Michelle Klein d/b/a Peasant Grill – Site Plan Waiver and Lot Coverage Variance Approval: 84 E. Broad Street – Block 23 Lot 11.

AN ORDINANCE DIRECTING INSTALLATION OF A STOP SIGN ON VOORHEES AVENUE AT ITS INTERSECTION WITH BURD STREET, AMENDING THE CODE OF THE BOROUGH OF PENNINGTON

A copy of this resolution is on file in the Planning Board Office and is available for public inspection during regular office hours.

The foregoing ordinance was introduced and approved on first reading at a meeting of the Pennington Borough Council on August 7, 2017. Said ordinance will be considered further at a Public Hearing to be held at the Regular Council Meeting on September 5, 2017 at 7:00 p.m., at Pennington Borough Hall, 30 North Main Street, Pennington, NJ at which time all interested persons may appear for or against adoption. Said ordinance is posted on the bulletin board in Borough Hall and copies are available to the public in the office of the Borough Clerk. Betty Sterling Borough Clerk HVN, 1x, 8/11/17 Fee: $17.67 Affidavit: $15.00 ORDINANCE 2017-14

Premises commonly known as: 12 PAULMIER ROAD NOTICE OF PENDING BOND ORDINANCE AND SUMMARY Tax lot 11.12 IN BLOCK 51 Dimensions: (approx): 366.00' X 52.00' X 375.96' X 10.09' X 199.53' X 90.94' Nearest Cross Street: GENERAL BRAY HIGHWAY The foregoing concise description does not constitute a full legal description of the property of which a full legal description may be found in the Office of the Hunterdon County Sheriff. The Sheriff hereby reserves the right to adjourn this sale without further publication. The approximate amount due, on the above execution is the sum of $1,027,863.38 together with lawful interest and costs of this sale. A deposit of 20% of the purchase price in cash or certified funds is required at the Close of the sale. *Subject to any unpaid taxes, municipal liens or other charges, and any such taxes, charges, liens, insurance premiums or other advances made by plaintiff prior to this sale. All interested parties are to conduct and rely upon their own independent investigation to ascertain whether or not any outstanding interest remain of record and/or have priority over the lien being foreclosed and, if so the current amount due thereon. **If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee's attorney. *** SURPLUS MONEY: If after the sale and satisfaction of the mortgage debt, including costs and expenses, there remains any surplus money, the money will be deposited into the Superior Court Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature and extent of that person's claim and asking for an order directing payment of the surplus money. The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale will have information regarding the surplus, if any. SUBJECT TO USA'S RIGHT OF REDEMPTION: Pursuant to 28, U.S.C. Section 2410, this sale is subject to a 120 day right of redemption held by the United States of America by virtue of the Internal Revenue Service Lien: DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY-INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE VS MARIA MIRANDA, dated May 26, 2011 and recorded June 6, 2011 in Instrument No. 20110606000123890 in the amount of $30,480.17. DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURYINTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE VS MARIA MIRANDA, dated Februay 12, 2014 and recorded February 24, 2014 in Instrument No. 20140224000030710 in the amount of $143,243.39.

The bond ordinance, the summary terms of which are included herein, was introduced and passed upon first reading at a meeting of the governing body of the Borough of Pennington, in the County of Mercer, State of New Jersey, on August 7, 2017. It will be further considered for final passage, after public hearing thereon, at a meeting of the governing body to be held at Pennington Borough Hall, 30 North Main Street, in the Borough on September 5, 2017 at 7 o’clock p.m. During the week prior to and up to and including the date of such meeting, copies of the full bond ordinance will be available at no cost and during regular business hours at the Clerk's office for the members of the general public who shall request the same. The summary of the terms of such bond ordinance follows: Title: BOND ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR BOROUGH HALL RENOVATIONS IN AND BY THE BOROUGH OF PENNINGTON, IN THE COUNTY OF MERCER, NEW JERSEY, APPROPRIATING $1,000,000 THEREFOR AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $950,000 BONDS OR NOTES OF THE BOROUGH TO FINANCE PART OF THE COST THEREOF Purpose: Borough Hall renovations, including, but not limited to, HVAC improvements, roof replacement, replacement of windows, improvements to parking lot, improvements to public restrooms and improvements to the Police Department, municipal offices, council chambers, courtroom office, violations bureau, construction office, library and public hallway, including work and materials necessary therefor and incidental thereto and further including all related costs, architect fees, and expenditures incidental thereto Appropriation: $1,000,000 Bonds/Notes Authorized: $950,000 Grant Appropriated: N/A Section 20 Costs: $85,000 Useful Life: 10 years

FREDERICK W. BROWN, SHERIFF HUNTERDON COUNTY

Maria Andrews Planning Board Secretary HVN, 1x, 8/11/17 Fee: $ 16.74 ORDINANCE 2017-13 NOTICE OF PENDING BOND ORDINANCE AND SUMMARY

Title: BOND ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ACQUISITION OF A BACKHOE IN AND BY THE BOROUGH OF PENNINGTON, IN THE COUNTY OF MERCER, NEW JERSEY, APPROPRIATING $58,000 THEREFOR AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $55,100 BONDS OR NOTES OF THE BOROUGH TO FINANCE PART OF THE COST THEREOF

Purpose: The acquisition of a backhoe with mower and pallet fork attachements, including all related costs and expenditures incidental thereto Appropriation: $58,000 Bonds/Notes Authorized: $55,100 Grant Appropriated: N/A Section 20 Costs: $3,000 Useful Life: 15 years Elizabeth Sterling, Clerk This Notice is published pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:2-17 HVN, 1x, 8/11/17 Fee: $37.20 Affidavit: $15.00 AN ORDINANCE PROHIBITING THE RETAIL SALE OF DOGS AND CATS IN PET SHOPS IN THE BOROUGH OF HOPEWELL BY ADDING A NEW SECTION 6-14, WITHIN CHAPTER VI OF THE REVISED GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE BOROUGH OF HOPEWELL, 1975, ENTITLED "ANIMALS" Notice is hereby given that the above-entitled Ordinance has been finally passed at a duly convened meeting of the Borough Council of the Borough of Hopewell, in the County of Mercer, held on the 3rd day of August, 2017.

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A Concert With Some Heart Ann Wilson’s Atlantic City show will highlight the classic rock music she loves By Mike Morsch nn Wilson was in the music room of her Seattle home and was looking for some inspiration for a song. As she looked out the window, Wilson spotted her sheepdog running around under the trees in an orchard adjacent to her property. It was the spring of 1978 and Wilson’s band Heart, which included her sister and songwriting partner Nancy Wilson, had already experienced success. The band’s debut album, “Dreamboat Annie,” made it to No. 7 on the U.S. Billboard 200 albums chart in 1976. That was followed in 1977 by the “Little Queen” album, which made it to No. 9 on the albums chart and featured the hit single “Barracuda,” which reached No. 11 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 singles chart. But now it was time to start writing songs for the next album and the pressure was on from the record company. Looking out the window that day, Ann Wilson noticed her dog chasing a butterfly, to no avail. “Here was my dog trying to chase this butterfly and she couldn’t catch it. But she had this incredible stamina. She really believed she could catch that butterfly,” Wilson said. “She kept it up and kept it up and kept it up and pretty soon I thought, ‘That’s an amazing metaphor for me trying to find an idea for a song. Or for somebody who is chasing love or somebody who has a dream or a goal.’” It worked. The song that Wilson wrote that day was “Dog & Butterfly,” which would be the title track of Heart’s fourth studio album, released in October 1978. The album would spend 36 weeks on the charts and peak at No. 17 on the U.S. Billboard 200 albums chart. It would featured two Top 40 U.S. singles, “Dog & Butterfly,” which got to No. 34; and “Straight On,” which peaked at No. 15. The album itself was a “theme” album, which was popular in that era. Side one was the “Dog” side and featured more hard rock tunes. Side two was the “Butterfly” side and featured mostly ballads. “To be fair, as a songwriter, when you’re really into writing songs, you think every one is special,” Wilson said. “You think, ‘Wow! This is the best thing I’ve every written!’ But I do like that song (“Dog & Butterfly”). It has stood the test of time. I think it’s still good rock poetry and it’s uplifting. People really like that song.”

Ann Wilson’s concert at the Tropicana will focus on her personal favorite songs, along with some Heart classics.

its four-decade history, being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2013. But these days, Ann Wilson is going solo. She’ll spend much of 2017 touring the country and presenting “an Ann Wilson show,” which will make a stop for one performance at the Tropicana Showroom in Atlantic City, Aug. 19. “I know that people who come to see my show want to hear Heart songs and there are a few Heart songs in it,” Wilson said. “But when they come see my show, they are going to see me doing what I do best and that’s singing great songs. I’ve paid really special attention to honoring the Heart legacy, but also to making a show that’s really great for people to see. One that says something, means something, is fun and looks great.” In choosing what songs to include in her show, Wilson starts with a big wish list and then picks the ones that really work for her and have meaning in the present. Wilson’s setlist on this tour has included songs done by Elvis Presley, the Who, Buffalo Springfield, the Animals, Aretha Franklin, Ray Charles and Jimi Hendrix. “There is a huge love of classic rock out there and there are some great songs that have great messages,” Wilson said. “I wanted to include a collection of them together that would be exciting for people to hear my

and it becomes my show.” Making it her own solo show has contributed to some self-awareness for Wilson on this tour. “The biggest thing I’ve learned about myself is that when I love what I’m doing, I shine like the sun,” she said. “I can focus in on it and I can really bring people with me into that. If you work and you don’t have all the money in the world and you decide to put money aside to come see a show, you want the people who you’ve paid to see to be really into it and at their best. It’s good when you get to hear the big hits that you love. And if you get to hear the artist really, really nailing them, that’s what is worth the money.” As it has been from the beginning, the love vibe that the audience returns to Wilson keeps her onstage and excited about performing. “I call that a ‘connection’ and that is completely one of the best things in life,” she said. “It’s up there with making love to somebody. It just goes right into your heart and fills your soul up. You can see their eyes shining and your eyes shining. You just look at each other with all this understanding. It’s a real high. Those are the moments that make it all worthwhile.”

Ann Wilson will play Tropicana Showroom in Atlantic City, Aug. 19, 8 p.m. For tickets and information, go to tropicana.net.

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IN CONCERT By Anthony Stoeckert

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Doreen Taylor will share the story and songs of Oscar Hammerstein at Bristol Riverside Theatre

hen Doreen Taylor performs her concert of Oscar Hammerstein songs at Bristol Riverside Theater, she plans not only on entertaining the audience but educating it as well. She describes her show, “An Enchanted Evening: A Night With Oscar Hammerstein II,” as a “docu-musical” filled with songs that share the story of Hammerstein’s life, and his influence on musical theater. “Really, it’s a documentary with music that I’m performing and [baritone] Keith Spencer will be a guest star,” Taylor says. “We’re really talking about his life — the positivity, all the good things, all the shows he created; in my opinion his most important music. And telling little stories behind all of it to give a greater insight into his life and why he did what he did.” The Aug. 24 concert at Bristol Riverside Theatre in Bristol, Pennsylvania, is a benefit for the Oscar Hammerstein Museum and Theatre Education Center, which aims to preserve Highland Farm, where Hammerstein lived. It was there that he wrote the lyrics and books for some of the most legendary American musicals, most of which Hammerstein wrote with Richard Rodgers. Those shows include “Oklahoma!,” “Carousel,” “South Pacific,” “The King and I,” and “The Sound of Music.” Hammerstein won eight Tonys and two Oscars. The center’s stated goal is to honor Hammerstein’s legacy by restoring the farm’s house, opening it up for tours, and turning the farm’s barn into a museum. In creating the show, Taylor worked with Will Hammerstein, Oscar’s grandson, in obtaining stories, images and video content, all of which are featured in the show. Taylor is a classically trained singer with an undergrad degree in voice performance from the Hartt School of Music at the University of Hartford in Connecticut, and a graduate degree in opera from Temple. She discovered Hammerstein’s music by performing in shows like “The Sound of Music” early in her career. More recently, she’s turned to recording pop music. Last

Doreen Taylor will honor Oscar Hammerstein, and raise money to preserve Hammerstein’s farm, during a concert at Bristol Riverside Theatre. year, she released the album, “Happily Ever After,” which includes “Toy,” a single that reached 31 on Billboard’s Adult Contemporary chart. Taylor says that writing and recording her own songs has led to a deeper understanding of Hammerstein’s work. And for that reason, she wanted to honor him with this show. “He really was ahead of his time, and he paved the way for so many topics and things people weren’t talking about at the time,” Taylor says. “He was really liberal and he pushed the envelope in many different ways. It’s intriguing and I’m so glad I’m going to be able to teach a theater full of people something about him. I really wanted to make a show where even someone who knows a lot about him will walk away learning something and on the same side, somebody who doesn’t know anything will come away enlightened. So we’re going to try to do that and also do some great music, with great performances of his

best stuff.” Rodgers and Hammerstein specifically wanted to cover social issues in their shows, while also delving deeper into story and characters than musicals at the time typically did. “Show Boat,” the 1927 show Hammerstein wrote with Jerome Kern, was very much about race, unheard of for a musical in that day and age. Hammerstein first teamed up with Rodgers on “Oklahoma!” which debuted in 1943. One of their most revered musicals is “South Pacific,” which was based on “Tales of the South Pacific,” a collection of stories by James A. Michener. The show is about a nurse stationed in the South Pacific during World War II. It opened in 1947 and was very much about racism in that the character Nellie meets a man and struggles to accept his two mixedrace children. “The song ‘You’ve Got to Be Carefully Taught’ is all about racism,” Taylor says. “They wanted to cut that song and Oscar

said, ‘If you cut that, then there’s no point to the show.’ Because it’s all about how you’re taught this behavior, you’re not born with it. They won the Pulitzer for that.” The concert will showcase 28 songs, including such legendary numbers as “Some Enchanted Evening,” “People Will Say We’re In Love,” “Getting to Know You,” “My Favorite Things,“ and “Climb Ev’ry Mountain.” She’ll also be singing some lesser-known gems, such as “The Gentleman Is a Dope,” from the 1947 show “Allegro,” which ran just nine months on Broadway. “‘Allegro’ was kind of flop, I hate to say it but it was,” Taylor says. “It was way ahead of its time, it had a chorus in it, a speaking chorus, and people at that point didn‘t know what to do with that. It had no props and no sets. Even the topic was following a guy’s life around, and it’s not what you would think of when thinking of Rodgers and Hammerstein.” Taylor will be accompanied by the Hammerstein Orchestra, consisting of a wind ensemble and a pianist. She compares the band setup to a jazz configuration. The arrangements are by Lou Lanza, a musical director and composer. “We’ve created something much more intimate and really very special,” Taylor says. Among the reasons Taylor is working on this tribute is that she wants to honor her roots by returning to the songs that helped shape her as an artist. “It’s a much deeper place from where I can examine these songs and really perform them on a deeper level for me,” she says. “It’s nice because I miss singing this stuff and I miss singing in this style.”

Doreen Taylor will perform “An Enchanted Evening: A Night with Oscar Hammerstein II” at Bristol Riverside Theatre, 120 Radcliffe St., Bristol, Pennsylvania, Aug. 24, 7:30 p.m. Tickets cost $35. For more information, go to www.brtstage.org or call 215785-0100.

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STAGE REVIEW By Charles Daye

Opera Campers to Sing ‘Brundibár’ Eli Villanueva of LA Opera is directing young singers at the Count Basie Theater

he dog days of summer will mark the beginning of the first-ever Count Basie Theatre Performing Arts Academy’s Children’s Opera Camp. The twoweek opera camp will be guided by Eli Villanueva, the resident stage director of LA Opera and its acclaimed education and community engagement department. Villanueva started his artistic career 45 years ago performing as a choirboy before he began studying to become a music teacher. Villanueva’s career with LA Opera began in 1989, as a member in the chorus. In 1992 he began working in the group’s education department and got his first opportunity to direct in 2000. During the two-week opera camp, singers will learn and rehearse “Brundibár” a children’s opera by Jewish-Czech composer Hans Krása. “Brundibár” was first performed by children in Czechoslovakia’s Theresienstadt concentration camp. The camp will culminate with two public performances of “Brundibar,” one at the Count Basie Theatre, Aug. 19 and a second at the Grunin Center for the Arts in Toms River, Aug. 20. The program also will include, “Friedl,” a companion piece to “Brundibár,” written by Villanueva. Villanueva has directed both works a number of times. He says that each time he directs the operas, he wants to “closely connect” what is happening on stage to the history of “Brundibár” when it was performed in Theresienstadt, a World War II ghetto/concentration camp in the Czech Republic. “Brundibár has this history, [the opera was] originally composed for a competition that was to be performed at an orphanage,” Villanueva says. The opera had to be smuggled into the Theresienstadt concentration camp/ghetto. “This piece was used by the camp participants as a form of protest because Brundibár is a character they equate with Hitler, and Brundibár needed to be defeated, he needed to be put down a peg, he needed to be overcome so that two children, a boy and a girl, can actually make a little bit of money so they can buy some milk for the ailing mother.” So with the help of a bird, dog and cat, the boy and girl recruited the neighborhood children to help defeat Brundibár. “Giving a strong message, that with the help of this community, their bully can be defeated,” Villanueva says. “It was something that gave the people hope.” “Brundibár” was considered a “hot ticket” in Theresienstadt and there was always a full house to watch the children perform. “[‘Brundibár’] has a lot of history, and really connected to something with one group of people who went through

Eli Villanueva works with students at the Count Basie Theatre Performing Arts Academy’s Children’s Opera Camp. some very hard times, it really connects with them as far as hope to make it to the other side, to make it to a place where they continue to live and thrive,” Villanueva says. As part of the opera camp experience, the students will visit the Museum of Jewish Heritage in New York, and they will also meet a Holocaust survivor, Ela Weissberger, whose childhood performance of “Brundibár” at Theresienstadt was exploited by the Nazis and used as propaganda to present the camp as a positive environment. Weissberger performed the role of the cat in all Theresienstadt performances of “Brundibár.” Villanueva says Weissberger has seen his version of “Brundibár” and his companion piece “Friedl.” “If she is well, she will be coming to speak with the kids,” Villanueva says. “She is a very dynamic person with just so many stories.” Villanueva says it would be quite a memorable experience to have her talk to the children. Weissberger follows Brundibár where ever it is performed, all over the world. “As [the kids] go through these pieces, both ‘Friedl’ and ‘Brundibár,’ they really start to connect with the world and its history and how we treat others and what would be a better way of treating people and a sense of community,” Villanueva says. “It is a very strong piece and I am really grateful I could be connected to it in this small way.” Villanueva says his companion piece’s roots date back to when LA Opera started its own opera camp in 2003 as a way to introduce opera to children in the community. “We were not necessarily seeking out singers who wanted to be performers,” Villanueva says.

After a few short years, Villanueva says the camp’s reputation grew. “All of a sudden we started to have a lot of teenagers who wanted to take part but ‘Brundibár’ [has] only so many feature roles and they are primarily for kids,” Villanueva says. “So we had some singers who really wanted to perform so we needed to give them a challenge.” LA Opera then commissioned Villanueva and his writing partner to write a pre-show for “Brundibár,” one that would give older children and teenagers the chance to perform. The pre-show they wrote was about artist and art therapist Friedl Dicker-Brandeis. “[Dicker-Brandeis] was sent into Theresienstadt as well, but in Theresienstadt, she was leading art classes, these art classes were not supposed to be allowed so she was doing these in secret,” Villanueva says. Dicker-Brandeis gave people in Theresienstadt opportunities to create visual art like paintings and drawings by using anything they could find within the camp grounds. She also gave them opportunities to write poetry. “When she knew that she was going to be sent to Auschwitz, she collected these works of art and she put them in suitcases and hid them,” Villanueva says. Her suitcases were discovered about a decade after World War II, and contained thousands of pieces of art that are now displayed in the Prague Museum. “Friedl” is about one of Dicker-Brandeis’ art classes. “It was an hour for them that they can forget about the situation that they were in, they could actually find ways of hoping for a better life,” Villanueva says. One of the characters in “Friedl” was written as the catalyst for the story of “Brundibár.” “With the two together, ‘Brundibár’ is this character’s imagination from Friedl’s art class,” Villanueva says. “It offers “Brundibár” a certain grounding of history and it is actually for the adults in the audience, that it is not just a children’s show but it really does state a much clearer message for everybody,” Villanueva says. The Count Basie Theatre also announced that it received a grant worth $18,000 from the Ocean First Foundaiton which made the two-week opera camp at Count Basie possible.

“Brundibár” will be performed at The Count Basie Theater, 99 Monmouth St., Red Bank Aug. 19, 8 p.m. A second performance will take place at the Jay and Linda Grunin Center at Ocean County College, 1 College Drive, Toms River, Aug. 20, 2 p.m. Tickets cost $20; www.countbasietheatre.org; 732-842-9000.

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assage Theatre Company has announced that Artistic Director June Ballinger is leaving the theater at the end of this year, after 22 years of leading the Trenton-based theater. Ballinger came to Passage in 1995 to build the State Street Project, the education program through which Passage Trenton students. She became artistic director the following year. Under Ballinger’s leadership, Passage refocused its mission from solely new plays to producing socially relevant works. Ballinger said her proudest accomplishments include the brand she established for Passage and the diversity of Passage’s audience in response to her play selection. “As the years have gone by, Passage has increased the number of its patrons who cross cultural lines to sit amongst people different from themselves to engage in a story common to both through its universal humanity,” Ballinger said. “Although audiences still tend to have a

cultural majority of those ‘whose story it is,’ our audiences are increasingly culturally mixed. That is what I was striving for . . . that is at the root of my vision. One of the aspects I enjoyed the most was my relationships with the artists; the cultivation of early career writers, actors and directors. I expect that to continue in my future work.” Ballinger has planned Passage’s 2017-18 season, which will open with co-production between Passage and Luna Stage in West Orange. “Paradise” by Laura Maria Censabella runs Oct. 5-22, 2017. The season will continue with Richard Hoehler’s “I of the Storm,” this year’s Solo Flights presentation, March 9-18. In the spring, Passage will present “Caged,” by the New Jersey Prison Cooperative, a new play about the human costs of a for-profit justice system. In a statement, Passage announced that it is undergoing a search for a new artistic director.

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2017 Capital City Farmers Market, Mill Hill Park, located at 165 East Front St. Hand-crafted teas, produce, sweet treats, cold pressed juices, prepared foods and more, through Oct. 26. Thursdays 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 31 & Main Farmers Market, Campus Town, located adjacent to The College of New Jersey in Ewing (GPS address: 1928 Pennington Road/Route 31). Featuring vendors selling fruits, vegetables, cheese, meat, honey, fresh pasta, baked goods and more. Markets also feature cooking demonstrations, health screenings, live music and special events, through Oct. 29. Sundays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. www.31mainfarmersmarket.com; 443-248-6738. Princeton Farmers Market, Hinds Plaza, 55 Witherspoon St. (next to the Princeton Public Library). Seasonal and organic produce from local farmers, flowers, crafts and a variety of edibles, through Nov. 16. Live music 12:302:30 p.m. Thursdays 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. princetonfarmersmarket.com. West Windsor Community Farmers Market, Vaughn Drive Parking Lot of the southbound side of the Princeton Junction. (Use 2 Vaughn Drive for GPS.) Host to 16 regional farms, 11 artisan food and natural product vendors. For for sale include locally grown fruit and vegetables, mushrooms, pastured meats and poultry, fresh coastal seafood, cheese, milk, farm fresh eggs and more. There also is an on-site knife- and blade-sharpening service. Also includes live music, cooking demonstrations and community organizations, Saturdays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through Thanksgiving. manager@westwindsorfarmersmarket.org.

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“Guys and Dolls,” Bucks County Playhouse, 70 S. Main St., New Hope, Pennsylvania. Musical classic about gamblers in New York City, based on stories by Damon Runyon, through Aug. 12; buckscountyplayhouse.org; 215862-2121. “The Wizard of Oz,” Washington Crossing Open Air Theatre, Washington Crossing State Park, 455 Washington Crossing-Pennington Road, Titusville. Musical Based on the popular children’s book by L. Frank Baum and made famous by the MGM film, through Aug. 20. Performances: Fri.-Sun. 7:30 p.m. Tickets cost $15, $12 seniors (65 and older) $10 children (12 and under); www.downtownpac.com; 267-885-9857. “Appropriate,” Presented by Princeton Summer Theater at Hamilton Murray Theater on the campus of Princeton University. Members of the fragmented Lafayette family reconnect to settle their fathers affairs, but soon discover that they must first tackle their unresolved issues with each other, through Aug. 20. Performances: Thurs.-Fri. 8 p.m., Sat. 2 p.m., 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. Tickets cost $29.50, $24.50 matinees and for students; www.princetonsummertheater.org; 732-997-0205.

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“The Glass and the Pitcher” by Lynn Cheng Varga is among the paintings included in “Celebration III” an exhibit of works by members of the Creative Collective Group on view at the Gourgaud Gallery, 23A N. Main St., Cranbury, through Aug. 25. The Creative Collective is dedicated to fostering a creative and nurturing community for artists, artisans and art lovers in central New Jersey and beyond. There will be an artist demo by Lucretia E. McGuff-Silverman, Aug. 13, 1-3 p.m. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 13, 20, 1-3 p.m. For more information, go to www.cranburyartscouncil.org. “Other Desert Cities,” Bucks County Playhouse, 70 S. Main St., New Hope, Pennsylvania. Drama about Brooke Wyeth returns to her parents’ Palm Springs home toting an explosive, about-to-be-published tell-all memoir, Aug. 18 through Sept. 2; buckscountyplayhouse.org; 215-8622121. The Kelsey Awards, Kelsey Theatre on the campus of Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. Awards show honoring the best work by the various community groups that perform at Kelsey Theatre. The show will feature productions from last year, including “Miss Saigon,” “In The Heights,” “Anything Goes” and more. The show also wll preview numbers from the upcoming season, including “Memphis” and “The Hunchback of Notre Dame,” Aug. 19, 7 p.m. Tickets cost $17; www.kelseytheatre.net; 609-570-3333.

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CHILDREN’S THEATER Seussical Jr., Bucks County Playhouse, 70 S. Main St., New Hope, Pennsylvania. The Bucks County Playhouse Youth Company will present a one-hour, family-friendly adaptation of the Broadway musical “Seussical Jr.” tailored especially for young audiences. Featuring a cast of performers ages 13 to 19, through Aug. 12. Performances: Thus.-Sat. 11 a.m., Aug. 2, 7:30 p.m., Aug. 6, 7:30 p.m., Aug. 10, 11 a.m. Tickets cost $15, $10 children ages 4-12; buckscountyplayhouse.org; 215-862-2121. “Snow White,” Washington Crossing Open Air Theatre, Washington Crossing State Park, 455 Washington CrossingPennington Road, Titusville. Original musical written and directed by Louis Palena, telling the story of Snow White, her sister Rose Red, a mysterious gypsy woman, seven cute but protective dwarfs, a Wicked Queen and of course a Prince, through Aug. 13. Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m., Sun. 4 p.m., $5; www.downtownpac.com; 267-885-9857.

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The Hillsborough Promenade Spectacular Fireworks Display Friday August 18th

“What the Butler Saw,” Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey’s F.M. Kirby Shakes Theatre, Drew University campus, 36 Madison Ave. Joe Orton’s 1969 farce that unveils the fragile state of truth in the hands of those in power, and the power of truth despite our easy ability to twist it, Sept. 6 through Oct. 1. $29-$69; www.shakespearenj.org; 973408-5600. “Disaster!,” Performed by Somerset Valley Players, 689 Amwell Road, Hillsborough. Musical spoof of ‘70s-era disaster movies set in 1979 at the opening of a floating casino and disco in New York, Sept. 8-24. Performances: Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. Tickets cost $15, $13 seniors/students; www.svptheatre.org; 908-369-7469.

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JAZZ, CABARET, ROCK, FOLK, ETC. Le Cabaret Francais, The Mansion Inn, 9 So. Main St., New Hope, Pennsylvania. Cabaret hosted by Barry Peterson, with lyric books, sing-along and special performing guests, first Wednesday of each month, 7:45-10 p.m. $10 drink minimum; 215-740-7153. Big Mean Sound Machine, Mill Hill Park, 165 E. Front St., Trenton. Psych/funk/jazz/world group weaveing together a variety of musical traditions in eclectic dance music, Aug. 17, 5 p.m. Free concert. Bring a blanket and/or lawn chairs. Free parking will be offered in the Liberty Commons Parking Garage located on E. Front Street. For more information, go to www.levittamp.org/trenton. Neil Sedaka, State Theatre, 15 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick. Sedaka will perform hits including “The Diary,” “Calendar Girl,” “Breaking Up Is Hard To Do,” and more, Aug. 11, 8 p.m. Tickets cost $35-$95; www.statetheatrenj.org; 732-246-7469. Donna McKechnie, “Same Place: Another Time,” The Rrazz Room, 6426 Lower York Road, New Hope, Pennsylvania. One-woman show by McKechnie, Tony-winner for her role in “A Chorus Line,” Aug. 12, 8 p.m., $45; www.therrazzroom.com; 888596-1027. The Urban Guerilla Orchestra, Mercer County Park, West Windsor. The band will perform jazz, Motown and soul classics and Philadelphia Funk, Aug. 12, 6 p.m. Free; 1-800-298-4200. The Blawenberg Band, Hopewell Borough Train Station, Railroad Place, Hopewell, Aug. 14, 7:30 p.m. www.blawenburgband.org. West Philadelphia Orchestra, Princeton Shopping Center, 301 N. Harrison St., Princeton. Lineup of professional Philadelphia musicians whose influences range from Sun Ra to Bulgarian brass bands, Aug. 17, 6-8 p.m. (Bring a lawn chair.); artscouncilofprinceton.org; 609-924-8777. Big Mean Sound Machine, Mill Hill Park, 165 E. Front St., Trenton. Psych/funk/jazz/world group weaveing together a variety of musical traditions in eclectic dance music, Aug. 17, 5 p.m. Free concert. Bring a blanket and/or lawn chairs. Free parking will be offered in the Liberty Commons Parking Garage located on E. Front Street. For more information, go to www.levittamp.org/trenton. Leonardo Martinez, The Rrazz Room, 6426 Lower York Road, New Hope, Pennsylvania. Martinez will sing songs from his first EP, “Here I Am,” an will share his personal journey, Aug. 17, 8 p.m., $35; www.therrazzroom.com; 888-596-1027. Best of the Eagles, Mercer County Park, West Windsor. Tribute to the classic rock band whose hits include “Hotel California,” “Take It to the Limit” and “One of These Nights,” Aug. 19, 6 p.m. There is parking charge of $5 per car; 1-800-298-4200. Charles Busch - Naked and Unafraid, The Rrazz Room,

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6426 Lower York Road, New Hope, Pennsylvania. Tony nominee Charles Busch returns to the Rrazz Room with a new show that gets to the essence of this legendary entertainer. He will be appearing with director/arranger Tom Judson in an evening of music and storytelling, both hilarious and poignant. His ongbook ranges from Michel Legrand and Paul Williams to Stephen Sondheim and Kurt Weill, Aug. 19, 8 p.m. $35; www.therrazzroom.com; 888-5961027. Grace Little & GLB, Cadwalader Park, Parkside Avenue, Trenton. As part of the celebration of 115 years of Cadwalader Park, the Trenton Museum Society and the City of Trenton present Amazin Grace and the Grace Little Band in a concert featuring jazz, pop, rock, R&B, funk, reggae, and more, Aug. 27, 4-6 p.m. Free; www.ellarslie.org.

AUDTIONS

The Bimah Players, Monroe Township Jewish Center, 11 Cornell Ave., Monroe. The Bimah Players will hold auditions for adult actors and singers of all types and ages for â&#x20AC;&#x153;Deli Delights,â&#x20AC;? a smorgasbord of comedy, drama and songs about Jewish life. Auditions will be held Aug. 16-30 by appointment only. Performances are Nov. 19 to Dec. 3. To schedule an audition, email dirbimahplayers@aol.com or call 609-395-2969. LaShir, Princeton Jewish Center, 435 Nassau St., Princeton. The Jewish Community Choir of Princeton, is seeking experienced choral singers (of all voice parts) to join its ranks. Rehearsals are held on Thursday evenings from 7:30

to 9:15. as a cultural representative of the Jewish community, LaShir is dedicated to preserving, promoting, and transmitting Jewish cultural heritage. For more information, go to www.lashir.org, email director@lashir.org or call 347782-2746. Sharim vâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Sharot. Dr. Elayne Robinson Grossman, music director of Sharim vâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Sharot, will hold auditions for all voice parts, SATB, during August and September. The choir performs throughout central New Jersey and the Delaware Valley with its repertoire of Jewish music of many eras, styles and languages. Rehearsals are on Tuesday evenings from September through June in Ewing, except for major holidays. The choir will perform at Verizon Hall in the Kimmel Center on March 21 for the Leonard Bernstein Bicentennial Celebration during Organ Week. Other concerts will be in synagogues, concert halls, museums and community centers. For more information, contact Dr. Elayne Grossman atsharimvsharot @ gmail.com or go to www.sharimvsharot.org. The Roxey Ballet Company will host auditions for its annual production of â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Nutcracker,â&#x20AC;? Sept. 9 for dancers 4 to 8: Ages 4 to 6 noon to 12:30 p.m. Ages 7 to 10: 12:301 p.m. Ages 11-13, 1-1:30 p.m. Ages 14-18, 1:30-2 p.m. Interested candidates should arrive 15 minutes prior to audition time. Auditins will be at Roxey Ballet Canal Studios, 243 N. Union St. Lambertville. Performances are Nov. 25 through Dec. 3. For more information and registration, go to www.roxey-

ballet.org. Capital Singers of Trenton, Sacred Heart Church, 343 South Broad St., Trenton. Capital Singers of Trenton is a 100-voice choir founded in 2006. Composed of singers of all ages, repertoire includes a mix of musical genres and styles, both sacred and secular. Rehearsals are held twice a month on Sunday evening. The choir is welcoming singers of all voice parts, but particularly tenors and basses. For more information, email capitalsingers@gmail.com or go to www.capitalsingers.org.

MUSEUMS

Princeton University Art Museum, on the campus of Princeton University, Princeton. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Great British Drawings from the Ashmolean Museum,â&#x20AC;? featuring more than 100 works from the 17th to the 20th centuries, through Sept. 17. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Transient Effects: The Solar Eclipses and Celestial Landscapes of Howard Russell Butler.â&#x20AC;? Exhibit brings together experts from the sciences and art history to present the history of Howard Russell Butlerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s paintings and the story of the artist who created them. Butler (1856-1934) was a graduate of Princeton Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first school of science, through Oct. 15; Hours: Tues.-Wed., Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m. Admission is free; artmuseum.princeton.edu; 609-258-3788. Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie Mansion, Cadwalader Park, Trenton. Ellarslie Open 34. Cadwalader

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THINGS TO DO

Park: An Olmsted Vision: Exhibit highlighting Cadwalader Park and its world-famous designer, Frederick Law Olmsted, who designed Cadwalader Park and Central Park in New York City. Exhibitions on both floors of the museum will run, through Sept. 17 with various complementary events, lectures and tours. Hours: Wed.-Sat. noon to 4 p.m. www.ellarslie.org; 609-989-3632. Historical Society of Princeton at Updike Farmstead, 354 Quaker Road. Frank Lloyd Wright at 150: The Architect in Princeton. The exhibition features architectural drawings by Wright from the Historical Society’s collection, telling the story of Wright’s sole Princeton clients and the Frank Lloyd Wright house that could have been, through Dec. 31. Hours: Wed.-Sun. noon to 4 p.m. $4; princetonhistory.org. Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton St., Princeton. “Newark and the Culture of Art: 1900-1960.” The exhibit explores the unique combination of art and industry that made Newark a magnet for modern artists in the early 20th century. Morven’s exhibition celebrates the culture of creativity that flourished alongside John Cotton Dana, the visionary figure in the organization of the Newark Library and Newark Museum. Through his efforts art, industry and society were brought together to inspire the everyday Newark citizen through accessible and beautiful exhibitions. Dana’s goal was to educate by presenting examples of superior design to the greatest number of people possible, including Newark’s immigrant and working-class population; making art a vital part of Newark’s culture and society. Morven’s nearly 50 loans hail from public and private collections from across the country and will reflect Dana’s vision by including painting, textiles, ceramics, and sculptures, through Jan. 28, 2018. Hours: Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $10, $8 seniors/students; morven.org; 609924-8144. Michener Art Museum, 138 South Pine St., Doylestown, Pennsylvania. Myths & Nature: Early Prints by Sam Maitin, through Aug. 27; Highlights from the New Hope-Solebury School District Art Collection, through Oct. 8; George Sotter: Light and Shadow, through Dec. 31; Dedicated, Displayed, Discovered: Celebrating the Region’s School Art Collections, through Jan. 7; www.michenerartmuseum.org; 215-340-9800. Zimmerli Art Museum, 71 Hamilton St. (at George Street) on the College Avenue Campus of Rutgers, New Brunswick. Cats vs. Dogs: Illustrations for Children’s Literature. Featuring more than 40 drawings and collages by Frank Asch, Mary Chalmers, Tony Chen, Roger Duvoisin, Shari Halpern, Lois Lenski, Ward Schumaker, and Art Seiden. The exhibition emphasizes the strength of visual elements in storytelling, especially for children learning how to read, through June 24, 2018. This exhibit is open to the public Fridays through Sundays. Museum hours: Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Sat.-Sun. noon to 5 p.m. NOTE: The museum is closed during the month of August. Admission is free; www.zimmerlimuseum.rutgers.edu; 848-9327237.

GALLERIES

“Our World through Artists’ Eyes,” D&R Greenway Johnson Education Center, 1 Preservation Place, Princeton. Garden State Watercolor Society’s 48th annual exhibition, through Aug. 21. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. www.drgreenway.org; 609-924-4646. Plainsboro Library Gallery, 9 Van Doren Street, Plainsboro. Collection of abstract pencil works inspired by science by Plainsboro artist Sarah Morejohn, through Aug. 23. Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Fri.-Sun. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 609-275-2897. Gourgard Gallery at Town Hall, 23-A N. Main St., Cranbury. “Celebration III” by Creative Collective Group. The Creative Collective is dedicated to fostering a creative and nurturing community for artists, artisans and art lovers in central New Jersey and beyond, through Aug. 25. Artist demo by Lucretia E. McGuff-Silverman, Aug. 13, 1-3 p.m.

August Is When He’ll Steal the Show Neil Sedaka will perform at the State Theatre, 15 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick, Aug. 11 beginning at 8 p.m. Sedaka will share such hits as “The Diary,” “Calendar Girl,” “Breaking Up Is Hard To Do,” and more. Tickets cost $35-$95; www.stnj.org; 732-246-7469.

Open studio, Aug. 20, 1-3 p.m. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Also open July 9, 16, 1-3 p.m. www.cranburyartscouncil.org. River Queen Artisans Gallery, 8 Church St., Lambertville. “Summer Blessing,” featuring new work from more than 30 local artists, through Sept. 9. riverqueenartisans.com; 609-397-2977.

Stress Factory, 90 Church St., New Brunswick. Rich Vos, Aug. 11-12, 7:30 p.m., 9:45 p.m., $20;Open Mic Night, Aug. 16; The Half House Live with Anthony DeVito, Casey James Salengo and more, Aug. 17, 7:30 p.m., $20; Colin Jost of Saturday Night Live, Aug. 18-19, $32; Todd Barry with guest opener Doogie Horner, Aug. 20, 7:30 p.m., $23; www.stressfactory.com; 732-545-4242. Raymond the Amish Comic, Randy Now’s Man Cave, 134 Farnsworth Ave., Bordentown. Aug. 11, 8 p.m., $10; mancavenj.com; 609-424-3766. Princeton Country Dancers, Suzanne Patterson CenChris James and Richie Redding, Newtown Theater, ter, 1 Monument Drive, Princeton. Saturday English Coun- 120 N. State St., Newtown, Pennsylvania, Aug. 12, 8 p.m. try Dance, Aug. 12, 8-11 p.m. (instruction at 7:30 p.m.), $20; www.thenewtowntheatre.com. $11;Weekly Wednesday Contra Dance, Aug. 16, 8-10:30 p.m. (Instruction at 7:30 p.m.), $10; www.princetoncountrydancers.org. Dancing and Dessert, Plainsboro Municipal Complex, 641 Plainsboro Road, Plainsboro. Dance lesson by “The War Show,” Princeton Public Library, 65 WithCandace Woodward-Clough with desserts, coffee and tea, erspoon St., Princeton. Screening of film in which Radio host Aug. 12, 7-8:30 p.m. 609-799-0909, ext. 1719. Friday Night Folk Dancing, at Suzanne Patterson Cen- Obaidah Zytoon captures the fate of Syria through the intiter, 1 Monument Drive, Princeton. One-hour instruction mate lens of a small circle of friends and journalists. Part of most weeks, followed by request dancing. Fridays, 8-11 p.m. the Syrian Perspectives Series, Aug. 14, 7 p.m. Free; www.princetonlibrary.org; 609-924-9529. $5; 609-912-1272. Minute-to-Win-It: LEGO Edition, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon St., Princeton. Children 5-12 years old are invited to compete in a variety of fun, silly and chalPrinceton Catch a Rising Star, 102 Carnegie Center, lenging feats. Each challenge will have a LEGO component West Windsor. Bobby Collins, Aug. 11; Giulo Gallarotti, and a time limit of 60 seconds, Aug. 15, 2 p.m. Free; Aug. 12; Carol Montgomery, Aug. 26; catcharisingstar.com; www.princetonlibrary.org; 609-924-9529. 609-987-8018.

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Peddler’s Village will be all about peaches, Aug. 12-13.

Aug. 12-13 Peachy fun at Peddler’s Village Peddler’s Village will host its Peach Festival and Sidewalk Sale. The day will offer kids games and bounces, live entertainment, and of course, lots of peach-flavored goods for sale. Goods for sale will include locally grown peaches, baked goods, pies, peach butters, and artisanal jams. After satisfying their peach cravings, visitors can explore the bargains at the sidewalk sale. Festival hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. both days. Peddler’s Village is located at routes 202 and 263 in Lahaska, Pennsylvania. For GPS, use 2400 Street Road, New Hope, Pennsylvania. For more information, go to www.peddlersvillage.com or call 215-794-4000.

Aug. 12 Butterfly Festival at Watershed The Stony Brook-Millstone Watershed will host its 17th annual Butterfly Festival, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the watershed’s reserve in Hopewell. This year’s festival includes an obstacle course and dunk tank, hay rides, nature walks, and a butterfly and bug parade. Visitors can tour exhibits, visit the watershed’s insect zoo, and the Kate Gorrie Butterfly House. Other activities include a book reading, and visits with critters including alpacas, kittens, a skunk, hissing cockroaches, and turtles. Riverhorse Brewing Co., and Jersey Cider Works will be selling refreshments at the beer garden. Food will be available for purchase. A misting tent will offer a place to cool down. There also will be exhibits of art, crafts, sculpture, and photography. Live music will be played by the Ballycastle Band, the Dadz, Giana Lynn, and Frances Catherine. The Watershed is located at 31 Titus Mill Road, Pennington. For tickets and information, go to www.thewatershed.org or call 609-737-3735.

Aug. 13 New Hope Automobile Show The New Hope Automobile Show will take place at New Hope-Solebury High School for one day only, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Categories of cars on view include vintage antiques, cars from the ‘20s and ‘30s; ‘40s and 50s; as well as separate categories for the ‘60s; ‘70s; and ‘80s. Visitors also can vote for their favorites. On site parking can be accessed from the Route 202 spur road at Hardy Bush Way. Admission costs $10, $5 seniors. Free for children under 12 who are accompanied by an adult. Free for active duty military and dependents are free.

Aug. 14 Syria film screening at Princeton Library The Princeton Public Library will screen the movie, “The War Show,” beginning at 7 p.m. Radio host Obaidah Zytoon captures the fate of Syria through the intimate lens of a small circle of friends and journalists. Beginning with peaceful Arab Spring protests in 2011, the film provides a four-year, ground-level look at how the country spiraled into bloody civil war. The library is located at 65 Witherspoon St., Princeton. For more information, go to www.princetonlibrary.org or call 609-924-9529.

Sweet tastes of summer Try these special recipes with this year’s tomatoes and corn It’s that time of year again when New Jersey farm stands burst with corn and tomatoes. Kerr’s Kornstand, just outside Pennington is famous for its “korn,” often featured on local restaurant menus. Others swear by Sansone’s, in Hopewell, or the organic Z Food Farm in Lawrenceville. Route 206 is home to Cherry Grove Farm and Peterson’s, with Terhune Orchards nearby, while Griggstown Farm is a scenic drive up Canal Road north of Rocky Hill. There are listings of roadside stands by county at jerseyfresh.nj.gov, so you can get your goodies wherever you are, especially on weekdays when farmers markets aren’t open. There’s nothing like a fresh ear of corn, boiled, steamed, or grilled, or a juicy tomato with a sprinkling of salt (and maybe a dash of good olive oil). But once you’ve had your fill of the season’s first, and are casting about for other ways to use them, the recipes below should help. I treated myself to the full series of Short Stack Editions (shortstackeditions.com) last winter, after coveting the beautifully designed single-topic recipe booklets for years. Now I subscribe to get new ones in the mail, each written by a different chef. So far there are 28, ranging from Eggs to Cucumbers, and you may spy the occasional edition in gift shops, too. Roasted chiles Rellenos Adapted from Short Stack Editions Vol 10: Corn by Jessica Battilana. You didn’t used to be able to buy a poblano chile in central New Jersey, but now they’re fairly common. While I will always love battered, fried, rellenos, this variation sounds wonderful. I do think that once your peppers are roasted, you could simply lay a damp paper towel over them to steam, saving the trouble of the bowl and plastic wrap. — F.B. 4 large poblano peppers 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour Â½ cup heavy cream 8 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, grated 1 Â½ cups raw corn kernels (from about 2 ears) Â½ cup cilantro leaves Roast peppers on a foil-lined tray in a 400 degree oven, for about 20 minutes, turning to be sure that all sides are browned and blistered. Remove and transfer peppers to bowl, cover with plastic wrap to

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5 ears corn, shucked 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cup loosely packed cilantro leaves, chopped ¾ cup crumbled cotija cheese 2 scallions, thinly sliced ¼ cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons crema or sour cream 2 tablespoons lime juice 2 teaspoons Cholula or Tabasco hot sauce ¼ teaspoon Kosher salt ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Boil corn for 5 minutes, cool, and cut kernels from cobs. In a large bowl, combine corn, tomatoes, cilantro, cotija, and scallions. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, crema, lime juice, hot sauce, and salt and pepper. Pour dressing over corn mixture and mix well. Season with salt and pepper and serve.

For a lot of people, summer wouldn’t be summer without a barbecue featuring grilled sweet corn. steam. Carefully peel when cool enough. Carefully cut a lengthwise slit in one side of each pepper, then remove seeds and discard those. In a medium saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Whisk in the flour and cook, whisking constantly until light golden brown. Whisk in cream, then add cheese and continue whisking until mixture is smooth. Stir in corn. Let cool for 5 minutes, then spoon into the peppers, dividing evenly. Transfer stuffed peppers to a baking dish large enough to fit them in side-by-side. (You could make this a day ahead, covering with plastic wrap in the fridge overnight.) Bake peppers about 10 minutes (longer if refrigerated), then transfer to a platter and top with cilantro. Serve hot. Tomato and green olive tartare Adapted from Short Stack Editions Vol 2: Tomatoes by Soa Davies. 2 pounds ripe red tomatoes, cored, seeded, and finely diced ¾ cup green olives, like Picholine, pitted and finely chopped

2 tablespoons chopped capers 1 small shallot, finely minced ½ cup chopped parsley 6 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar 2 teaspoons Tabasco sauce (optional) Fine sea salt and freshly ground black pepper Grilled bread or crackers for serving In a bowl, combine all ingredients except bread, seasoning to taste with salt and pepper. Mound in center of platter surrounded by bread and crackers, or make individual plates with an ice cream scoop of tartare on each. Esquites Adapted from Short Stack Editions Vol 10: Corn by Jessica Battilana. Esquites is an off-the-cob version of Mexican street corn. This version includes tomatoes, too. Fine to use leftover cooked corn (including grilled), of course. Cotija cheese is somewhat salty and crumbly; I tend to substitute drained feta cheese, but many

Tomato tarte tatin Adapted from Short Stack Editions Vol 2: Tomatoes — by Soa Davies. 10 Roma tomatoes 6 tablespoons unsalted butter Â¼ cup sugar 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1 sheet puff pastry dough, cut into an 8-inch disk Preheat oven to 400 degrees and boil a pot of water on top of stove. Cut a shallow X on the bottom of each tomato and blanch in the boiling water for about 20 seconds, then transfer to ice water bath to cool, then peel. Slice each in half, lengthwise. In a heavy 8-inch skillet, preferably cast iron, heat butter over medium-high heat until it starts to brown. Sprinkle sugar evenly over butter and cook until it turns golden brown, about 5 to 10 minutes. Add vinegar. (Be careful of splatters.) Place tomato halves, cut side up, in a circular pattern in the caramel and continue cooking until tomatoes have softened, about 5 minutes. Turn off heat and lay the pastry over the tomatoes. Bake until pastry is deep golden brown, about 20 to 25 minutes. Let rest for at least 5 minutes in pan before carefully flipping it out onto a serving plate. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or tomato sorbet.

Faith Bahadurian blogs at njspice.net (also Twitter @njspice).

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LOOSE ENDS

Pam Hersh

Peace, and ingredients, in the garden Tom Hickey brings a passion for the best as the chef for the Scheide household Tom Hickey always takes time to smell the roses — and nurture the roses and occasionally prepare the roses for a culinary treat. I met Hickey, several weeks ago, when I became Alice, falling through the looking glass into Wonderland — the backyard of the Scheide residence where the roses appeared too perfect to be real. Longtime Princeton resident, philanthropist and community activist Judy Scheide hosted a small garden party at her Library Place home for friends who were connected through Judy’s various interests and passions. My conversation with the guests was minimal because I was mesmerized by the ambiance. The colors, shapes, sizes and smells of the plantings were arranged perfectly in a garden symphony, quite appropriate for the home of the late William Scheide, internationally renowned philanthropist, human rights advocate, and scholarly musicologist, who died in November 2014 two months shy of his 101st birthday. The conductor of this garden symphony was the garrulous gentleman Tom Hickey, who was standing next to me and enjoying my enjoyment of his creations. Adding to my wonderment about the sights and smells of the roses was Hickey’s revelation that he could prepare the roses to enhance a gourmet meal — something he loves doing as much as he enjoys overseeing the rose garden. Since I am a disaster at both cooking and gardening, Tom Hickey in my world is a super hero creating a joyful garden environment, while saving me from processed salty and sugary snacks, such as my two favorite food groups Cheetos and M&Ms. For the past 12 years, he has been in working for the Scheide household as a private chef and gardener, a trained professional chef (Culinary Institute of America) and a self-taught organic gardener. “I am so lucky that the Scheides gave me the opportunity to have both of my passions converge and be on display . . . I think cooking and gardening need some soul to be of true value to us. They both are part of life’s circle,” said the 61-year-old father of two grown daughters. Judy Scheide explained that when she first met Tom, she and her husband were in the market for a chef extraordinaire. They needed someone who could prepare delicious meals

Tom Hickey tends to the garden of the Scheide home. that complied with strict dietary restrictions, comprised the finest and freshest ingredients, and were presented in an artistic and meticulous manner for formal and informal gatherings. The competition for the position was intense. Out of approximately 50 applicants, Hickey was one of a half dozen who made

the final cut and ultimately emerged as winner. He grew into the role of gardener, when the previous Scheide gardener retired. “I truly felt honored that Dr. Scheide, who loved to eat really loved my audition meal,“ Hickey said of the mahi mahi and seared scallops over a gingered cream corn, he prepared with fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs.

The word “fresh” is key to Hickey’s culinary vocabulary, reflecting the fact that he spends a lot of time growing his own vegetables and herbs in the Scheide garden and stalking the various farmers markets in the region. Judy Scheide, who did not share all of her husband’s food passions — for example, she does not like scallops — shared with her husband a love of excellence and an understanding of the soulful beauty and connection between cooking and gardening. Hickey said he thinks his appreciation for the art of gardening began when he was 5 years old and his grandmother showed him a bearded iris. “Something clicked and I was hooked,” he said. When he was 27, he moved into a duplex in Collingswood, where there was a garden that had been neglected. He felt a connection, and wanted to restore it. So he attended a meeting set up by Organic Gardening Magazine that took him down the path of organic gardening, a most fruitful journey. His wife of more than three decades has traveled down that garden path with him. “She may not have the same zeal for gardening as I do, but she understands the peace and joy I derive from not only tending and caring for gardens but also creating gardens,” Hickey said. “I read constantly about organic gardening and am thrilled by the merging of the practical, delicious edibles from the garden, with the aesthetics of the garden.” Before coming to the Scheides, Hickey worked as a chef/manager for a country club in Medford Lakes and a chef at a Zagat-rated Philadelphia restaurant. Those jobs were challenging and educational, but not quite as rewarding as the combining his two loves as the chef/gardener for the Scheides. For Hickey, the cooking is creative and intense and demanding and produces a real high when he sees others enjoy his creations. Gardening is healing, calming, soulful and, as it turned out, practical and important in the pursuit of his career as a chef. “Tom is an artist, appealing to more than the visual, but also to the sense of taste and smell,” Judy Scheide said. “If you add a bit of Bach, one of Bill Scheide’s favorite musical ingredients, you have a remarkably glorious picture.”

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Come gather ’round, Dylan fans Rock historian Vincent Bruno will talk about Bob Dylan’s music and influence at the Lawrence Library

Vincent Bruno will share his insights into Bob Dylan at the Lawrence Library.

writer of the rock ‘n’ roll era, Bruno says his popularity didn’t match other acts in the 1960s. “When I’m listening to the Beatles and the Stones and everybody else on the radio, you would hear Bob but you would not hear Bob a lot on the radio,” Bruno said. “He never had a No. 1 hit in the ‘60s, ever. The first big hit people remember is ‘Like a Rolling Stone’ — that became massive, but prior to that, very rarely did you hear Bob. So I kind of heard Bob through the Beatles and through the Stones talking about him, and through my friends, then I’d buy the album.” In 1966, Dylan famously went electric, which left some fans feeling betrayed. During a legendary concert, released in 1998 as “The Royal Albert Hall” concert (even though it didn’t take place at Royal Albert Hall), an audience member can be heard calling Dylan ‘Judas.’ Dylan replies, “I don’t believe you, you’re a liar.” But going electric led to three of Dylan’s most revered albums — “Bringing it All Back Home Again,” “Highway 61 Revisited” and “Blonde on Blonde,” all released within 14 months of each other (and “Blonde and Blonde” was a double album). Bruno was a fan of the electric Dylan from the start. “Once he went electric, then it really opened up the doors because his voice then fit that electric backing, it works really, really well. I actually embraced that, I thought it was amazing,” Bruno says. Bruno also does talks on the Beatles, the Rolling Stones and other rock music of the 1960s. The talk in Lawrence will mark his first in the area, but he hopes he gets to come back with some of his other talks. Starting with Dylan is a good choice for a library, especially since he won the Noble Prize for literature. “In my mind, he is the Shakespeare of rock ‘n’ roll, I don’t know how else to explain the guy,” Bruno says. “Just read him, you don’t have to listen to the music, just read him and it’s sheer poetry, it’s amazing.”

where he writes everything,” Bruno says. “And then we’re listening and we’re thinking, the voice is not that great, but my god, these words are tremendous. And then that was it.” Despite Dylan’s status as, perhaps, the most influential song-

Vincent Bruno will host “The Sixties: Bob Dylan Revisited” at the Lawrence Library, 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrence, Aug. 10, 7 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, go to www.mcl.org or call 609-989-6920.

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A lot of words have been used to describe Bob Dylan: Folkie, rock star, voice of a generation, Noble Prize winner and, perhaps most fitting of all, enigma. For all the songs he’s written, and for all his immense fame, Dylan has mostly kept his personal life to himself. We know the biographical basics: growing up in Hibbing, Minnesota, idolizing Woody Guthrie and playing New York folk clubs, and becoming a rock star. His music has offered clues about his life and his faith, but all the books, and even the interviews he’s given, haven’t offered a lot of insight into Bob Dylan the person. “He’s a tough guy,” says rock historian Vincent Bruno. “There’s a million books written on him, but Bob really never talks, he doesn’t talk about personal stuff. So it’s hard to get a really good photograph of the guy, and it’s hard to get it through his lyrics because he’s all over the place. So to really appreciate Bob, you just have to listen to his music, where there’s just so much going on.” Fans of Dylan and rock music history can learn about the legend when Bruno gives a talk “The Sixties: Bob Dylan Revisited,” Aug. 10 at the Lawrence Library. “What I’m going to do is walk through the 1960s with Bob, from when he kicks off in Minnesota and makes his way to the village,” Bruno says. “Really the focus is the ‘60s, I talk a little bit the stuff afterwards but I really focus on the 1960s.” Bruno’s fascination with rock began, of course, when he saw the Beatles on “The Ed Sullivan Show.” He first started listening to Dylan when he was a freshman in high school. “The first time I hear his voice, I’m thinking, ‘Oh my God, this guy can’t sing, it sounded horrible,’” Bruno says. “I’m going back to the first and second albums. I remember my buddy, we buy the first album, and with that album, he’s 20 years old and he’s doing traditional folk songs, and the voice is that raspy voice, and we’re saying, ‘Oh my god, this guy is horrible.’ “And then the second album comes out, which is ‘Freewheelin’ Bob Dylan,’ and he wrote everything, the first album

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Movie and times for the week of Aug. 11-17. Schedules are subject to change.

HILLSBOROUGH CINEMAS (908-874-8181): The Nut Job 2: Nutty by Nature (PG) Fri.-Thurs. 12:15, 2:35, 4:55, 7:15, 9:35. The Glass Castle (PG13) Fri.-Thurs. 1:35, 4:30, 7:25, 10:20. Logan Lucky (PG13) Thurs. 7:10, 9:50. Annabelle: Creation (luxury recliners, reserved

seating) (R) Fri.-Sat. 12, 2:30, 5, 7:30, 10. Detroit (R) Fri.Thurs. 7:10, 10:20. The Emoji Movie (PG) Fri.-Thurs. 12:05, 2:30, 4:55, 7:20, 9:45. The Dark Tower (luxury recliners, reserved seating) (PG13) Fri.-Thurs. 12:20, 2:40, 5, 7:20, 9:40. Atomic Blonde (luxury recliners, reserved seating) (R) Fri.-Thurs. 1:30, 4:15, 7, 9:45. Dunkirk (PG13) Fri.-Thurs. 12:15, 2:35, 4:55, 7:15, 9:35. SpiderMan: Homecoming (PG13) Fri.-Thurs. 1:30, 4:30, 7:30,

Zoe Kazan and Kumail Nanjiani in the acclaimed romantic comedy, “The Big Sick.”

10:30. Despicable Me 3 (PG) Fri.-Thurs. 12:15, 2:35, 4:55. Kidnap (R) Fri.-Thurs. 12:45, 3:05, 5:25, 7:45, 10:05.

MONTGOMERY CINEMAS (609-924-7444): An Inconvenient Sequel: Truth to Power (PG) Fri.-Thurs. 2:40, 5:05, 7:30, 9:55. Menashe (PG) Fri.-Thurs. 3, 5:10, 7:20, 9:30. Landline (R) Fri.-Thurs. 2:35, 5, 7:25, 9:50. Dunkirk (PG13) Fri.-Thurs. 2:20, 4:50, 7:20, 9:50. The Big Sick (R) Fri.-Thurs. 1:55, 4:35, 7:15, 9:55. Maudie (PG13) Fri.Thurs. 2, 4:35, 7:10, 9:45.

PRINCETON GARDEN THEATRE (609-279-1999): The Big Sick (R) Fri. 4, 7, 9:35; Sat. 1, 4, 7, 9:35; Sun. 4, 7; Mon.-Tues. 2, 4:45; Wed.-Thurs. 2:30, 5:15, 8. Maudie (PG13) Fri. 3:45, 6:45, 9:30; Sat. 1, 3:45, 6:45, 9:30; Sun. 1, 3:45, 6:45; Mon.-Tues. 2:30, 5:15, 8; Wed.-Thurs. 2, 4:45. Art on Screen: Michelangelo (NR) Sun. 12:30 p.m. National Theatre Live: Salome (NR) Mon. 7:30 p.m. Hollywood Summer Nights: Meet Me in St. Louis (1944) (NR) Wed. 7:30 p.m. Animal House (1978) (R) Thurs. 7:30 p.m.

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HEALTH MATTERS

Dr. Navtika R. Desai

Stop diabetes before it begins Years before most people are diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, they experience a condition known as pre-diabetes. However, because it usually does not cause any symptoms, many people are unaware of their condition. Yet once pre-diabetes is detected, lifestyle changes can often help reverse it or keep it under control to prevent the progression to diabetes. The best way to detect pre-diabetes is during blood tests as part of a routine annual physical. One in three Americans The body needs a hormone called insulin to turn blood sugar into energy. Diabetes occurs when the body does not produce insulin (type 1) or does not use insulin properly, making it harder to manage the amount of sugar passing through the blood. When sugar builds up in the blood instead of going into cells it can starve your cells of energy and over

time damage your eyes, kidneys, nerves or heart. In other words, high glucose is toxic to your cells and the cellular function of your entire body. Pre-diabetes is diagnosed when blood sugar levels are above normal, but not high enough to be considered diabetes. The prevalence of prediabetes is increasing in step with the rise in obesity, poor diet and more sedentary lifestyles across the United States. Eighty-six million Americans — or more than one in three — age 20 or older have pre-diabetes, according to the American Diabetes Association. If left untreated, current trends indicate that an estimated 15 to 30 percent of people with prediabetes will develop type 2 diabetes within five years, according to the American Diabetes Association. A routine blood test There are not usually symptoms when you have

pre-diabetes. In fact, as the American Diabetes Association notes, nearly 90 percent of people with prediabetes are unaware they have it. Risk factors for pre-diabetes include: • Being overweight or obese • Having a family history of diabetes • Sedentary lifestyle • High blood pressure • Being over age 40 • Having had gestational diabetes Doctors recommend screening for pre-diabetes at least every year if you have more than two risk factors. Otherwise, testing is recommended every three years. Too often, doctors see patients who have been prediabetic for years, but undiagnosed because they fail to regularly see their doctor. Screening for pre-diabetes is accomplished through a blood test to measure your fasting blood sugar levels as well as your average blood glucose level

Dr. Navtika R. Desai during the previous two or three months or A1C. Results indicating prediabetes are: • A fasting blood glucose level of 100 to 125 • An A1C of 5.7 to 6.4 If you have been diagnosed with pre-diabetes, you should be checked for type 2 diabetes annually. Preventing the progression If you have been diagnosed with pre-diabetes, there are several steps you can take to treat the condi-

tion and stop diabetes before it begins. These steps include: • Getting at least 150 minutes of exercise a week. This can be as simple as going for a brisk walk or taking a ride on your bike. Even 10-minute segments are a step in the right direction. • Keeping your body mass index (BMI) — a measure of body fat based on weight and height — under 25. • Losing 5 to 7 percent of your body weight if you are overweight. For a person who weighs 200 pounds, that’s just 10 to 15 pounds. • Eating a low-carbohydrate, high-protein diet. For best results, a diet should be customized by your physician based on your individual needs. Multiple factors play a role, but studies show if you make these lifestyle changes you have a good chance of maintaining normal blood sugar levels. In certain cases, your

doctor may also prescribe a medication that can help prevent pre-diabetes from progressing. Additionally, diabetic educators and nutritionists can help patients manage pre-diabetes before it progresses.

Detection is key Detecting pre-diabetes is key to preventing its progression and the health complications associated with type 2 diabetes. Be sure to talk with your doctor about your risk for diabetes and get screened so you can take steps now to prevent the disease later. To find a physician with Princeton HealthCare System, go to www.princetonhcs.org or call 888-742-7496.

Navtika R. Desai, D.O., is board certified in internal medicine and endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism. She is the chief of endocrinology at University Medical Center of Princeton.

Breast Cancer Resource Center opens at D&R Greenway

The YWCA Princeton Breast Cancer Resource Center has set up a new home on D&R Greenway’s Conservation Campus in Princeton, thanks to the Contemporary Garden Club of Princeton. Flowers welcome visitors to the Breast Cancer Resource Center, in its vintage home at Greenway Meadows. “The campus vision celebrates conservation in a holistic way, bringing together place and spirit in a cohesive whole,” says D&R Greenway President & CEO Linda Mead. “Conser-

vation is not just about land, it is about creating places to conserve our physical health and spiritual well-being.” The Contemporary Garden Club approached the landscaping as an annual community project. Using native plants and flowers in ground, supplemented with annuals and herbs in raised garden beds, volunteers created tranquil gardens around the BCRC entrance and surroundings. Club volunteers planned the gardens with the help of D&R Greenway Native Plant Manager Emily Black-

man and members of the BCRC. Some of the native plants used were Big Blue Stem, Christmas ferns, Summer Hill Blue Leaf rhododendron, butterfly milkweed, bee balm and wild pink. The raised garden beds were designed to allow women recovering from surgery to participate without having to get down on the ground. The center is open Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m.-9:30 p.m., and welcomes new members and visitors.

Cass Macdonald, Ruta Smithson and (far right) Ashley Formento, of the Contemporary Garden Club of Princeton, with (third from right) Linda Mead, D&R Greenway Land Trust, and Paula Flory and Judy Hutton, YWCA Breast Cancer Resource Center.

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Homeowners looking to renovate often see room for improvement in their kitchens and bathrooms. The National Association of Home Builder’s Remodeling Market Index Survey, which measures conditions in the remodeling market, indicates that, in 2015, the two most common remodeling jobs were bathroom remodels (81 percent) and kitchen remodels (79 percent). According to HGTV and Statistics Brain, a new kitchen remodel for a kitchen measuring 12 by 12 feet may cost homeowners anywhere from $17,000 to $37,000. Before investing so much into their remodeling projects, homeowners should think carefully about the features that will improve their time spent at home. When planning a kitchen renovation, homeowners may want to consider the following upgrades to make the room more enjoyable while improving its functionality.

Oversized sink Although high-efficiency dishwashers are popular, deep sinks to soak soup pots or woks are still useful. Deep sinks may be preferable to double sinks, especially for homeowners who use lots of kitchen tools

when preparing meals. Soft-closing hinges When replacing cabinets (or just the hardware), consider installing soft-closing hinges and slides on doors and drawers. These devices eliminate slamming and caught fingers, reducing noise and injuries in the kitchen.

Foot-pedal water operation When outfitting a sink, think about foot controls, which are popular in doctors’ offices and hospitals. Turning on the water with the tap of a foot can reduce the transfer of pathogens to faucets from hands during food preparation. These pedals also free When remodeling a kitchen, consider options that can make cooking and eating even more up hands for other tasks. pleasurable. Bottom’s up People likely spend more time raiding the refrigerator than the freezer on any given day. Rather than having to bend down to seek out that favorite flavor of Greek yogurt, choose a model with the fridge on top and freezer on the bottom, especially if anyone in the household has mobility issues. When shopping for refrigerators, French-

door style units may offer even more access, making it easy for homeowners to slide fruit trays, sheet cakes and other large items into the fridge. Extra lighting A kitchen should be a balance of form and function. A combination of overhead lighting, decorative lighting and task light-

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Homeowners are discovering that architectural accents can go a long way toward improving both the look and value of their homes. When renovating a space, the term “millwork” may be mentioned by designers and contractors. While it might be a mystery to some, millwork can bring a special look to rooms. Millwork refers to items traditionally made from raw lumber in a sawmill. Examples of millwork include crown molding, base trims, door frames, window casings, chair rails, and paneling. Cabinets may also classify as millwork. Used for both decoration and to increase the functionality of buildings, millwork comes in various types. Generally, millwork is fabricated in two ways. Stock millwork tends to be mass-

produced commercial items. These low-cost items are interchangeable and may be widely available at retailers, including home improvement centers. Custom millwork is a product that is custom designed and produced for individuals and special building projects. Sometimes referred to as “architectural millwork,” these pieces may be more ornate and made-to-order. Homeowners who want to match a focal point of a home or an existing style often turn to custom millwork. Between the 15th and 18th centuries, ornate millwork was largely reserved for royalty or the very wealthy. Skilled carpenters would hand carve each piece, taking weeks to finish most projects. Eventually, millwork became more

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commonplace. Distinguishing one property from another today could mean turning back to the more distinctive designs of the past. Homeowners looking for ways to enhance their properties can embrace millwork to achieve a luxury feel without a sizable investment. The first step is to choose millwork that will coordinate with the era and style of a home’s existing decor. Ornate millwork in an overly modern house may seem out of place. The millwork should match the architectural theme of the home. Although some do-it-yourselfers can successfully install prefabricated millwork, for custom designs and a truly seamless look, it is important to have millwork professionally in-

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. Where did you grow up? A. I grew up in Rockaway NJ in a lake community called White Meadow Lake which is in Morris County. After high school, I attended Ramapo College of New Jersey in Bergen County to obtain my Bachelor Degree in Business. I purchased by first condo in Middlesex County and now I live and raise my family in Hillsborough in Somerset County. I love Hillsborough and it’s central location to everything. I’m a life-long Jersey Girl at heart and understand the demographics and housing market in different communities.

years, I was a volunteer for the Fresh Air Fund where I was the chairperson for all of Somerset and Hunterdon County. I was responsible for recruiting families to host inner-city children for summer vacations. We were also a host family and enjoyed having kids at our house all summer.

. What are the top 3 things that separate you from your competition? A. First, I take a very honest and comprehensive look at my client’s situation, family, financial goals, and the marketplace. Next, I build a relationship with my client and embrace their goals as my own. Finally, I accept a high level of responsibility for my clients’ . What do you see in the future for Real Estate sales satisfaction and achievement of these goals. and prices? A. In my 25 years of selling real estate, I have seen . How long have you worked in real estate? markets swing in varying degrees. I have sold in buyers’ A. I started in the mortgage business after college markets and sold in sellers’ markets. Although it is very hard and decided to transition to real estate in 1992. I to predict the future, the real estate market has been very worked as a sales associate with the Top Producing Agent at strong the last couple of years. Interest rates are at an all- Prudential NJ Properties. We were the #1 Award Winning time low so many first-time homebuyers are trying to get into Sales Team in the entire company. I switched to Keller the market. I also see an increase in the number of investors Williams Realty in 2013 and have been a Top Producing Agent as well as the Director of Agent Services. I was looking to enter the market. also involved in the New Agent Mentoring and Training . What do you enjoy doing when you are not Program. working? A. In addition to being with my family, I like to stay . What is your specialty? active by working out, biking and walking. I also recently A. I love working with first time homebuyers. completed my first Rugged Maniac race. For the past 10 There is nothing more rewarding than helping someone purchase their first home. I also work with investors. I have invested in many properties 2230 Route 206, myself, I’m currently a landlord and I have successfully Belle Mead, NJ 08502 flipped homes. This gives me the experience and 908-359-0893 insight into these markets. In addition, I also sell in a lot in adult communities since many of my clients are downsizing.

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4 pedersen Court Open HOUse sUndaY 8/13 1-4pm Located in desirable Woodfield Estates this home is located on a cul de sac. This Colonial has 4th bedroom addition, plus 2nd floor office nook. Walk to park, tennis courts and library! A finished basement, deck with nice size backyard and 2 car garage provides lots of space.

Entirely updated & in move-in condition. One of the largest models in desirable Society Hill. Renov kit w/quartz counter tops, SS appl’s, glass back splash & brkfst bar. New gleaming engineered wood flooring & carpeting, updated powder rm, newer windows & sliding glass door, private paver patio backing to woods. Upstairs, find a spacious MBR w/ mult closets & private BA.Two other large BRs & a full BA await restful nights. Convenient 2nd flr laundry & abundant storage space. Short walk to community clubhouse, pool, tennis, downtown Lawrenceville & local parks. Close to major highways, bus stops & NYC/PHL train. Listed by Donna M. Murray Sales Associate, REALTOR

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Listed by Donna M. Murray Sales Associate, Realtor®

Cell: 908-803-2902

2230 Route 206 Belle Mead, NJ 08502

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Custom 5,000+ sq ft home on quiet cul-de-sac. 5 BRs & 5.5 BAs. Soaring foyer w/circular staircase, wide-planked hdwd flrs, dec moldings, upstairs laundry, 4 HVAC zones, oversized 3C gar. Banquet-sized FDR w/French doors. Butler’s area w/wet bar. LR w/2-story wood-burning fplc. Gourmet kit w/granite counters, ctr island, 5-burner gas cook top, double oven, fridge & sep built-in freezer. Cozy FR w/gas fplc. MBR suite w/sitting rm, WICs & lavish BA. 3 more BRs, each w/full BA. Stone patio, IG gunite pool, sep spa, 2 cabanas, built-in gas grill, fire pit & more.

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Lower Makefield Twp., Fully renovated 196 year old farmhouse has been upgraded to the max! Original beams & stone walls blend seamlessly with brand new Kitchen, roof, windows, HVAC, Baths & more. Massive Basement with space for multiple rooms. 5 Bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 5,200 sqft with economical gas heat surrounded by million dollar homes! Wonderful suburban location just minutes from I-95, Route 1 & trains to NJ & NY.

This spacious stone-fronted Colonial has a welcoming front porch, gleaming HWF in the formal Dining Rm & open Kitchen, Sun Rm w/vaulted ceiling & skylights, FP in Family Rm, luxurious Main Bedroom Suite w/vaulted ceiling, double door entry & huge neutral bath with dual sinks, large shower & chandelier over the oversized tub! The walk-out finished bsmnt has abundant recessed lighting & built-in bar area! Add a park-like yard w/a sparkling pool & low Bucks County taxes to make this house a true 10!

This move-in ready Claridge model in Shadow Oaks is ready to impress. 5 BR, 3.5 bath. The kitchen has granite island w/stool seating, granite counters, SS GE applncs. Fam Rm w/granite breakfast bar. The DR & LR w/hrdwd flring. The MBR is the perfect getaway w/a WIC. Paver patio overlooks flower gardens & koi ponds with waterfall. Also has Cent Vac sys, newer HVAC & roof.

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EAST WINDSOR $219,900 A fantastic Dunmoor model w/ master BR on main level + 2 BRs on upper level, three skylights and hardwood ﬂooring upstairs, plus a spacious back yard. (Web ID 7002432)

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EWING TWP. $185,500 Elegance that meets all the comforts in this beautifully restored 3 BR, 1 1/2 BA singlefamily home. Features new carpet & fresh paint. A must see. (Web ID 6997689)

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FRANKLIN TWP. $420,000 Gorgeous, light-ﬁlled 3BR, 2BA contemporary home in the bucolic outskirts of Princeton. On close to 1.5 acres of land, this home oﬀers beautiful views. (Web ID 6944300) 609-921-1900

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FRANKLIN TWP. $499,900 Stunning Exeter on premium lot. This 3 bedroom, 2-1/2 bathroom home oﬀers many upgrades and is in movein condition. (Web ID 3393760) 908-874-8100 HIGHTSTOWN $270,000 This lovely 4 BR, 2 BA home is in historic Hightstown & a few short blocks from downtown w/ its quaint shops & restaurants. Features a lg kitchen & nice deck. (Web ID 6989360)

HIGHTSTOWN $230,000 This two multi-unit property is in the historic town of Hightstown. This property, which is located in a commercial zone, is fully rented & shows very well. (Web ID 7025319)

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HAMILTON TWP. $164,900 You will instantly fall in love w/ this recently renovated 2 BR, 1 BA home w/ beautiful new HW ﬂoors. Features an upgraded kitchen, newer roof & windows. (Web ID 7023803) 609-448-1400

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HILLSBOROUGH $925,000 Estate Style home w/ full brick front. Features 5 BRs, 4 BAs, over 4,000 SF., ﬁn. bsmt w/ media room for viewing movies, lg deck & park-like back yard. (Web ID 3403954) 908-874-8100

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LAWRENCEVILLE $649,000 Turn-of-the century, solidly built house, on 9+ acres, bordering the Carson Woods Preserve. Features 5 BRs, 3 BAs, tranquil, park-like setting. (Web ID 6972517) 609-921-1900

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LAWRENCEVILLE $715,000 This 4 BR & 2.5 BA Tudor has an open ﬂoor plan, upgraded EIK, master w/ WIC, lg master BA, ﬁn. bsmnt, back yard w/ 2 level deck & 2-car garage. (Web ID 6986689) 609-799-3500

MANVILLE $260,000 129 North 7th Ave. 3 BR Cape Cod in Northside w/ open porch in the front & FR w/ sliders to back yard, plus EIK, FDR can be used as a 4th BR. Dir: 129 North 7th Ave. (Web ID 3387733) 908-874-8100

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MANVILLE $359,900 511 East Frech Ave. 5 BR, 2.5 BA Col. in Weston section on lg lot. Features HW ﬂrs, spacious closets, central vacuum & newer windows. Dir: 511 East Frech Ave. (Web ID 3380890) 908-874-8100

MONTGOMERY TWP. $649,900 New Construction, 2,825 sqft, 4BR, 3BA home w/oﬃce & 2-car garage, plus Montgomery`s Blue Ribbon School District! 609-921-1900

MONTGOMERY TWP. $699,900 Wish no more for all your wishes to come true in this 4 BR, 2.5 BA home on 2.6 acres located on a cul-de-sac in Montgomery Twp. (Web ID 3383594) 908-874-8100

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MONTGOMERY TWP. $824,900 12 Red Maple Lane. Don`t just dream about owning the perfect home, this cstm Col. has 4 BRs, 3.5 BAs, 3-car gar. & ﬁn. bsmnt. A must see! Dir: 12 Red Maple Ln. (Web ID 3407948) 908-874-8100

PENNINGTON $794,500 In the heart of the “Best NJ Town to Live”, directly across from Sked Street Park, this stately 4,000 sq ft Pennington Boro home has 6 BRs and 3 1/2 BAs. (Web ID 7024052) 609-448-1400

PRINCETON $895,900 A 5 BR & 2.5 BA home on corner lot, master w/ 2 WICs, marble BA w/ high-end ﬁnishes, updated EIK, full bsmnt, screened porch, FP. Near major routes. (Web ID 6806776) 609-799-3500

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PRINCETON JCT. $650,000 This 4 BR & 2.5 BA Col., master en-suite w/ double closets, kit. w/ granite, island, SS applcs., main ﬂr lndry, ﬁn. bsmnt & fenced yard. WWP Schools. (Web ID 7011825) 609-799-3500

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SKILLMAN $925,000 New 3,800 Sf custom-built home w/4 BRs & 3.5 BAs, 1,800 sq. ft lower level. Estate style home on 10-acre, wooded lot is being built to a high level of ﬁnish. (Web ID 3316817) 609-921-1900

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SOUTH ORANGE $499,000 A 3 BR & 2 full BA Colonial w/ HW ﬂrs, WB FP, heated sun room, bonus room on 2nd ﬂr, full bsmnt, detached 2-car gar. & lg back yard w/ deck. (Web ID 3394579) 609-799-3500

TITUSVILLE $675,000 Historical farmhouse on 4.5-acre lot, beautifully maintained & surrounded by gardens, pool & mature trees, features guesthouse w/ BR, full BA, loft & gas FP. (Web ID 6975733) 609-921-1900

Michael Mayo SOUTH BRUNSWICK $429,000 3 Barkley Ct. On a cul-de-sac in great neighborhood this 3 BR, 2.5 updtd BA home has 1st-flr den/office, paver walkway & part. fin bsmnt. Dir: Harper Rd to Barkley. (Web ID 1800555) 609-921-1900

Yoomi Moon WEST WINDSOR $509,000 This 4 BR & 3 full BA Cape has an updated kit. w/ granite & SS applcs., FP, HW ﬂs & 2-car garage. WWP schools. (Web ID 6954009)

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BRIDGETON TWP. $349,000 215-862-9441 MLS #6994386

BRIDGETON TWP. $329,000 215-862-9441 MLS #7167106

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EWING TWP. $239,000 609-737-1500 MLS #7030196

FLORENCE $265,000 609-298-3000 MLS #6917925

FRANKLIN $389,900 609-586-2162 MLS #7031279

hAMILTON $305,000 609-586-1400 MLS #7027021

hOPEWELL TWP. $599,900 609-737-1500 MLS #7015907

hOPEWELL TWP. $559,000 609-737-1500 MLS #7023200

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NEW LISTING 31 VAN KIRK ROAD LAWRENCEVILLE $475,000 609-921-2700 MLS #7016736

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SPRINGFIELD TWP. $434,900 609-298-3000 MLS #6993153

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MONTGOMERy TWP. $624,500 609-737-1500 MLS #7028819

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